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Council Tax Support protected during the coronavirus pandemic FULL Council on Wednesday (27 January), will hear plans to maintain Thurrock Council’s Local Council Tax Support Scheme to provide additional stability to Thurrock residents that benefit from the scheme during the uncertain times caused by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The Local Council Tax Support Scheme (LCTS) provides Thurrock residents of working age and who meet the criteria with an opportunity to reduce their Council Tax bill by up to 75%. Cllr Shane Hebb, Cabinet Member for Finance, said: “This scheme ...

Businesses impacted by Covid restrictions have received almost £1million from the council in just two days.

Council bosses are looking to provide a “balanced budget” in the upcoming year despite the impact of Covid.

Shocking images show the deluge in Ruskin Road, Grays almost completely covering cars and vans near homes. It comes after most of the county has been battered by torrential rain and deep flooding. Shane Hebb, Tory Deputy Leader of Thurrock Council said: "Just spoke to the council who are busy getting sand bags to those who need them. “Very appreciative of the efforts to try and make this difficult day any easier if possible. Thanks to Essex Fire Service for their on hand support too. “We have seen some very bad flooding across Stanford West today, which causes distress to famili...