Local authority in south Essex covering Canvey Island, South Benfleet, Thundersley and Hadleigh.
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The first water quality sample at Canvey Island Foreshore, following its new designated bathing water status, has been published showing encouraging results.
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This evening's meeting of Overview & Scrutiny Committee will be streamed live from our YouTube channel at 7pm.
Watch here: orlo.uk/rF9rZ
King George’s Community Fayre: Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm.
Discover what’s happening in your community at King George V Playing Fields, Canvey Island! Meet the Yellow Door team, your new Housing Engagement Team and connect with support services.
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We'd like to say these are 'behind the scenes' images of our latest play space works, but they're right out in the open! We're carrying out some serious rejuvenation works at Hadleigh Memorial Recreation ground and South Benfleet Playing Fields - stay tuned!
Can you guess what classic playground fixture this will be once it's finished? The play area at South Benfleet Playing Fields is having a makeover at the moment, so it's temporarily closed, but we can't wait to welcome you back to see the final result!
Following our announcement about plans to improve Canvey Lake, we've set up a new page on our website where you can follow the latest updates.
See updates and information on the works at Canvey Lake: orlo.uk/Fq3Ub
Looking for an after-school club for your primary school age children? Every Monday, at The Paddocks Community Centre, ATF and Castle Point Active are running a free club with arts and crafts, sports, board games and more!
Have your say in improving your council housing in Castle Point 🏠
Council tenants and leaseholders, get involved in our new Engagement Framework: orlo.uk/IMuSj
Nearly half of accidental drownings in the UK happen between May and August.
If you're enjoying a swim in the borough, please make sure you:
- Enter slowly and carefully
- Stay within reach
- Always be supervised
And in an emergency, call 999 and if in trouble, float to live.
Castle Point Borough Council is progressing a programme of actions moving into this summer as well as long-term improvements at Canvey Lake, following its decision to take back the management of the site.
Read the full statement here: orlo.uk/bg0ax
Castle Point Borough Council retweeted
🟠 Amber heat‑health alerts have been extended until Thursday 28 May and now include the South West, alongside the South East and central England. Check in on vulnerable people and know what to do if someone becomes unwell in the heat.
ALT Amber alert for the East Midlands, East of England, London, West Midlands, South East and South West. Yellow alert for North East, North West and Yorkshire and The Humber.
Fancy a swim this summer but want to improve your swimming skills?
Try some swimming lessons at our award-winning leisure facilities!
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If you're out in the borough making waves at the seafront or in a pool, please take note of the Water Safety Code! It may save a life.
Find out more: orlo.uk/tEO8h
REMINDER: collections are one day late next week due to Bank Holiday Monday. Wishing all our residents a great weekend!
Bathing season is underway and we're very proud that Canvey Island Foreshore has been added to the list of 464 designated bathing water sites across England!
If you're thinking of taking a dip this weekend, make sure you brush up on some water safety: rnli.org/safety
The UKHSA has updated the heat-health warning for the East of England to Amber, effective until 27 May.
Periods of prolonged heat can be dangerous for vulnerable people, and even those who aren't. See NHS advice for managing in heatwaves: orlo.uk/1mugt
Following Wednesday's Annual Council Mayor-Making Ceremony, we’re delighted to announce that Cllr Kate Knott has been appointed as The Worshipful Mayor of Castle Point, with Cllr John Knott as Consort.
Cllr Michael Dearson has been appointed Deputy Mayor.
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The Mayor is looking forward to supporting our community, local businesses, and celebrating achievements across the borough.
This year’s chosen charities are STRM Support – Send the Right Message and The For Isla Foundation.
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If you would like to invite the Mayor to attend your event, please visit the Mayor’s profile page on our website for further details. castlepoint.gov.uk/council-m…
We look forward to a fantastic year ahead!
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