Stay in the know: latest recycling and refuse update, Met Office weather update, be a good neighbour, gritters update and winter tips

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Stay in the know 

Refuse and recycling update 

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Due to the severe weather conditions, our recycling and rubbish collection service has been disrupted. Please check our website for the latest updates. 

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Yellow warning of snow and ice for the East of England until 23:55 Thursday 1st March 

Further snow showers are expected today, accompanied by very low temperatures. 

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be a good neighbour

We're urging you to be watchful and look out for the vulnerable in your local area.

Whether it’s a quick knock on the door to check in on an elderly neighbour or helping to carry out emergency repairs, everyone has a role to play to keep each other safe this winter.

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gritters

Gritters update

Track the gritters live on the Essex Highways website and get the latest winter updates on their Twitter account @EssexHighways


stay well this winter

Winter tips

Head to our website for details on weather warnings, school closures, how to stay safe and well and winter travel tips. 

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