Thurrock foster carers were honoured at a celebration of the inspirational work they do helping children and young people.

Terry Piccolo, mayor of Thurrock and Dan Jones, manager of the fostering, adoption and placements service, presented awards to foster carers who attained five, ten and 20 years of fostering children and young people in Thurrock.

Sue Little, councillor for children’s and adult social care, said: “I would like to thank all of our foster carers for everything that they do for our vulnerable children and young people in our communities. Your hard work and commitment does not go unnoticed.”