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Across Essex and Thurrock the programme is called Essex ActvAte Essex ActivAte will engage and support young people and families who are eligible for benefits based free school meals and families most in need. \nThe programme will provide free and inclusive holiday clubs across the county that will include a range of fun physical\nand enrichment activities, a free nutritious meal, nutritional education and mentoring and support for the young person and whole family. 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