Celebrating Our Local Finalists at the BBC Essex Make a Difference Awards Friday, 11 September, 2026 Last week, Rebecca helped celebrate the Borough's local finalists who were entered into this year's BBC Essex Make a Difference Awards. Among them were, Jack Broomfield from Canvey Island, recognised as a finalist for the Volunteer Award, and Emma Powell from Benfleet, as a finalist for the Environmental Award. Rebecca extended a huge well done to Tilly's Angels, who won the Animal Award. Some of... Local News
Government announces first sanctions under new global human rights regime 5th July 2020 The new sanctions regime will target those who have been involved in some of the gravest human rights violations and abuses around the world. Forty-nine... Westminster News
Prime Minister promises “New Deal” which delivers jobs, skills and infrastructure for Britain 30th June 2020 Prime Minister promises “New Deal” which delivers jobs, skills and infrastructure for Britain Rebecca Harris today welcomed the announcement of the Prime... Articles
The Prime Minister’s Update on Covid-19 23rd June 2020 Restaurants, pubs and hairdressers will reopen in England from 4 July Local News
Plans to ease guidance for over 2 million shielding 22nd June 2020 Millions of people shielding from coronavirus (COVID-19) will be advised they can spend more time outside their homes from Monday 6 July. Westminster News
£120m Covid summer food fund announced 16th June 2020 The Government has announced that there will be £120m Covid summer food fund during the six week school holiday. Westminster News
Rebecca welcomes local shops reopening 15th June 2020 From today, non-essential retail shops have been able to reopen & some additional outdoor attractions - drive-in cinemas, and animal attractions like zoos... Local News
Face coverings on public transport 14th June 2020 Face coverings mandatory if you're using public transport in England from Monday 15th June Westminster News
This weeks updates 11th June 2020 More information on seeing friends and family & ‘support bubble’s Westminster News
FAQ's on schools & businesses reopening 9th June 2020 Common questions about schools & businesses reopening Westminster News
