About

At Thurrock Council, we are committed to serving our vibrant and diverse community, striving to make Thurrock a borough where everyone can thrive. As a unitary authority, we deliver a wide range of essential services, including education, social care, housing, and environmental initiatives, ensuring the well-being of over 175,000 residents.

Located strategically along the Thames Gateway, Thurrock is a dynamic hub for innovation, industry, and logistics. Our borough blends thriving businesses with stunning green spaces, offering a unique balance of opportunity and tranquillity. We are passionate about fostering sustainable economic growth, enhancing infrastructure, and creating welcoming, inclusive communities.

We recognise the challenges of the past and are dedicated to rebuilding trust and confidence in the council. By demonstrating accountability, transparency, and collaboration, we aim to show that we are a council that is different, better, and ready to lead. Our Improvement and Recovery Plan, supported by a new operating model and shared values, lays the foundation for a brighter future. As we prepare for more exciting potential change through devolution and local government reorganisation in Greater Essex, we continue to strive for excellence, building firm foundations for whatever comes next.

At the heart of our work is a commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and local engagement. By working closely with residents, businesses, voluntary organisations, faith groups, and public sector partners, we are creating the conditions for sustainable, long-term change.

Our Corporate Plan provides a clear vision for how we will deliver on our priorities, adapt to challenges, and embrace opportunities. This includes a focus on improving life chances for all, supporting those in need, and ensuring Thurrock remains a clean, green, and welcoming place to live.

Together, we are agents of change. Thurrock Council is committed to transforming what we do and how we do it, ensuring the borough continues to grow as a great place to live, work, and visit. Through collaboration, transparency, and ambition, we aim to realise Thurrock’s full potential. For more information about our Corporate Plan click here.