Thurrock Business

28/10/2026

🦡 Business networking event in Chafford Hundred 🦔

Join Essex Wildlife Trust for a new, exclusive business networking event at Chafford Gorges Nature Discovery Centre!

🗓️ Date: Wednesday 18 November 2026
🕘 Time: 09:30am to 12:00pm
📍 Location: Chafford Gorges Nature Discovery Centre, Drake Road, RM16 6RW
⭐ This event is FREE to attend

🎟️ Reserve your place via the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/essex-wildlife-trust-thurrock-business-networking-event-tickets-2003189899915

26/10/2026

We are here to help you keep up to date on business news in Thurrock through our monthly newsletter Business Buzz!

To sign up, simply enter your email address via the link below and select 'Business Buzz' or all council updates.

https://tinyurl.com/BusinessBuzzNewsletter

24/10/2026

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is working with the business community to reduce the number of deliberate or accidental fires in commercial premises across .

Their dedicated Business Engagement Team provide local businesses with advice and support.

Contact your local Fire Safety Officer to discuss your business fire safety needs by completing the form below:

https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/contact-us

Subscribe to the Essex County Fire & Rescue Service newsletter here:

https://pages.comms.essex-fire.gov.uk/pages/subscribe

Or visit their website for more information:

https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/business-safety

22/10/2026

Are you thinking about exporting?

You can find out more information on the Department for Business & Trade website using the link below. This makes available a range of resources covering everything from routes to market to customs and taxes to logistics.

https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/

The UK Export Academy can also support businesses to grow through a free training programme designed to provide confidence and know-how to land a first, or next, overseas deal. Find out more details using the link below:

https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/learn/categories/

A range of useful advice and support is also available through the Federation of Small Businesses. Find out more here.

https://www.fsb.org.uk/resources/article/export-market-entry-strategies-a-guide-for-small-businesses-MCPGSF6NLD2NBO3JRBXGGRLS7FBA?utm_campaign=2304788_Topic%20-%20Exporting%20-%20Subscribers%20-%20JUN13&utm_medium=email&utm_source=National%20Federation%20of%20Self%20Employed%20%26%20Small%20Businesses%20Limited&dm_i=6TOT,1DEDW,4T0IG3,6G7TI,1,0,0,0

20/10/2026

You can find Government-backed advice and guidance to help you develop your business idea at business.gov.uk.

Advice includes:

👉Choosing a business model
👉Testing your business idea
👉Naming your business
👉Creating your brand
👉Funding options for your business
👉Getting a business bank account
👉Understanding taxes
👉Insuring your business

https://www.business.gov.uk/start/

Guidance, services and contacts to help you run and grow your business. Support for exporting goods and services from the UK or to invest in UK businesses.

19/10/2026

Christmas is a busy time for many businesses, and if you're recruiting extra staff for the festive season, advertising your vacancies couldn't be easier. Whether you're recruiting seasonal workers, additional customer service staff, or temporary support for the festive rush, we can help you reach local jobseekers.

Simply upload the advert to Adzuna using the link below. If the job has an Essex postcode it will automatically be uploaded to the Essex Opportunities website within 48 hours.

https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/post-an-ad

Business that host vacancies on their own website can save time by linking them directly to Adzuna by submitting a request to their support team: click here and select ‘would like to add my job feed to Adzuna’ and Adzuna will set up a connection.

https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/contact-us.html

You can also join the Thurrock Opportunities Facebook group and share vacancies directly to over 12,200 members.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thurrockopportunities

17/10/2026

Thurrock Council are offering online food hygiene training courses to help local food businesses maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Whether you are just starting out or looking to upskill your team, the Council’s flexible, affordable online courses are all priced at £25.50 and designed to suit all experience levels:

🍲 Food Hygiene Level 1 – Ideal for beginners or those with minimal food handling duties.

🥗 Food Hygiene Level 2 – Essential training for those who handle, prepare, or serve food.

🌮 Allergens – Learn how to manage allergens effectively and keep your customers safe.

🧑‍🍳 Working in a Kitchen – Covers practical knowledge on working safely in a kitchen environment, kitchen equipment and knives, together with basic food and ingredient knowledge.

Once enrolled, courses are accessible 24/7 and can be completed at your own pace. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.

Protect your reputation and stay compliant – enrol today!

For more information and to enrol, click the link below:

https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/food-business-registration/food-hygiene-and-safety-training?fbclid=IwY2xjawU7QlxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBGJyaWQRMFBvQ0hYejU5b0R4TVpZa21zcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81MTQ3NzE1NjkyMjgwNjEAAR7oXYRy2ibkKTq6RhK8Fl90tpmnQTHJTM9Irg01acPx1pW2jVBRrz8gh_L4Mg_aem_pDXi7LZ24F5D154Rslgr_Q

15/10/2026

You can contact the Government's Business Support Service for free business advice and support. Including help with tax, exporting, and writing a business plan.

You can contact the helpline on 0800 998 1098 or [email protected]. Or on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

You can find out more information, here - https://www.gov.uk/business-support-helpline

14/10/2026

🏗️🚚 Construction, Green Skills, Transport and Logistics Careers Fair

Meet with local businesses, colleges and training providers offering job and development opportunities in the growing industries of construction, transport, logistics and warehousing.

🗓️Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
🕰️Time: 10am to 12pm, neurodiverse hour 12pm to 1pm
📍Location: Thameside Theatre, Orsett Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5DX

No registration required, just turn up!

For more information, please email [email protected].

This event is run in partnership with DWP and sponsored by Statera Energy.

14/10/2026