Angela Smith Announces £1 Million for Thurrock Play Areas

Angela Smith MP has announced today that, “new play areas will be built across Thurrock thanks to £1 million of investment as part of the Labour Government’s Children’s Plan.”

Angela said she would be asking Thurrock Council to consult the local community before deciding where the money should be spent and she wants to hear from local families about which play areas should be rebuilt or where there is a need for new play facilities.

Starting from this month, the funding will help to develop around 20 to 25 play areas across Thurrock. It’s part of a national £235 million investment being made by the Labour Government over the next three years to transform children’s play areas and make sure public spaces are more child-friendly.

Angela said, “I have recently been surveying residents in East Thurrock and in Stanford le Hope and Corringham in particular, parents have pointed out to me either a lack of play areas or ones in dire need of improvement. I am delighted Thurrock has been chosen as one of the first parts of the country to be chosen to get this funding. This will ensure the future generations have better play space and are able to get outside for fresh air and exercise in a safe environment.”