The MP for Thurrock has congratulated a restaurant for its remarkable national success.

The Village Indiya Restaurant, in Lodge Lane, Grays, was voted one of the best curry houses at the annual Curry Life Awards.

The Thurrock eatery was one of the best 13 curry restaurants and 19 best curry chefs from across the country given top recognition at a gala dinner and awards ceremony.

MP, Jackie Doyle-Price, who is also the Minister for Health, has visited her constituency restaurant in person to congratulate the Village Indiya team, praising their success for showcasing the area.