We can now take full advantage of the fantastic opportunities available to us as an independent trading nation, striking trade deals with other partners around the world.

This deal includes a commitment to maintaining high labour, environment and climate standards without giving the EU any say over our rules.

DEAL: We have agreed a zero tariff free trade deal which is great news for British families and businesses.

[Breakdown of the deal below]

Brexit Done ✅ Deal Done ✅

We have delivered on what the British public voted for, taking back control of our laws, borders, money, trade, fisheries and ending any role for the European Court.

These facts will piss off his detractors and opponents but Boris Johnson promised that a vote for the Conservatives in the 2019 General Election would see us leave the EU in Jan 2020 (and we did) and get a trade deal by end of Dec 2020 (and we did).

✍️ DONE DEAL: We've agreed a new free trade deal with the EU 🇬🇧🇪🇺

We are an independent trading nation - and this trade deal will help create opportunity and prosperity for all parts of our United Kingdom.

Helping support our businesses, shoppers like Sean Quartermaine are ditching online buys for independent shops and our Council are making the town centre council car parks FREE from 2pm weekdays & FREE all weekend, make sure Castle Point businesses survive these testing times 🦠

Taking steps to manage our drinking and look after our mental wellbeing has never been more important. Why not download the free Try Dry app to help you keep track and drink more healthily? alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/c… #AlcoholAwarenessWeek

FREE PARKING ON SUNDAY 🚘 Knightswick Centre Car Park - New Pay and Display. The new machines are to replace faulty machines. New improved signage has also been installed. No changes have been made to the charges or charging arrangements.

A reminder that Canvey recycling ♻️ centre will remain open (daily 9am-4pm) during #lockdown . Social distancing 🧔🏻↔️👨🏽‍🦱 measures continue for the safety of users and staff. Your visit may take longer ⏰ than usual so please be patient. ✅

We've seen a huge increase in #PPE #litter this year which is having a devastating impact on our local environment. Take responsibility and dispose of your masks and gloves into a general waste bin or simply take PPE home with you.
Love Essex

🇬🇧🤝🇨🇦 We have secured a Trade Continuity Agreement with Canada.

This will bring certainty for businesses and opportunities for both our people.

Great news as Essex County Council Cllr Beverley Egan announces a permanent home for snake 🐍 of positivity ❤️💜💚 at #Thundersley Common 🌳 and an enhanced Marie Curie Field of Hope 🌼

A vista of greenery 🌳 ➡️ miles of walking trails 🚶🏻‍♂️ ➡️ Cows 🐄 ➡️ Playgrounds 👧🏼👶🏻 ➡️ Olympic Cycle Track 🚴 ➡️ and great Coffee ☕️ Why not spend a couple of enjoyable hours ⏰ in #Hadleigh Park at the far end of Chapel Lane? 💚

Pleased to work with officers, staff & volunteers in commitment to tackle hate crime across Essex. Raising the flag is statement of remembrance as well as a statement of intent on #TDOR2020 from Essex Police to be truly inclusive in #ProtectingandServingEssex

🇬🇧 Yesterday we announced the biggest boost to the UK’s defence in the last 30 years.

👨‍🔧 Investing an extra £24 billion in our national security, which will deliver 𝟏𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐛𝐬 𝐚 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫.

🌎 And ensure we are a global, outward-looking nation outside the EU.

JUST ANNOUNCED

We're giving our UK military the 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 in 30 years:

🇬🇧 Creating 10,000 new jobs a year.
🇬🇧 Revitalising UK shipbuilding.
🇬🇧 Becoming a world leader in cyber & space.
🇬🇧 Record investment in research and development.

You must self-isolate if you have tested positive for coronavirus or have been contacted by NHS Test and Trace.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh look at an anniversary card made by Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, alongside other cards and letters sent by well-wishers to celebrate their 73rd wedding anniversary tomorrow.

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Whatever the season 🌱 🌞 🍂 ❄️ #Thundersley Town Team are always working hard to keep our Village decorated for important events and fundraisers. We have a busy December 🎄 planned with lots of festive projects to keep everyone’s spirits 🆙