Easter fun for the whole family in Southend, including the return of Southend Shakedown
Southend is set for a busy and exciting Easter weekend, with a packed programme of family activities, events on the pier, and the return of Southend Shakedown on Bank Holiday Monday.
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Southend to introduce Transport Safety Officers for safer train services
Southend-on-Sea City Council is excited to announce the introduction of Transport Safety Officers (TSOs) to enhance safety on the city's train services.
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Calling all budding young entrepreneurs
A new series of networking events to help young local entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 is being launched by the council’s economic development team.
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Changes to draft budget for 2024/25 published
Changes to the council’s draft budget for 2024/25 have been made.
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Council invites public to explore innovative eco-friendly retrofit house
Southend-on-Sea City Council is excited to announce the opening of a pioneering sustainable home in Juniper Road, Leigh-on-Sea.
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Have your say on exciting new plans for City Beach
City Beach could be set for new greenery and public areas as part of an exciting project to improve water management and climate resilience in the city.
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Applications for UKSPF funding reach a new high
A record number of local organisations have applied for the final year of funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), which the council manages on behalf of government.
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Last chance to have your say on how your council is elected
A consultation asking residents how often they want to vote for their local councillors in the future closes at 5pm on Monday (15 January).
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Southend-on-Sea City Council announces inaugural Window Wanderland festival
Southend-on-Sea City Council is thrilled to unveil plans for its inaugural Window Wanderland festival, set to illuminate windows across the city in March.
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Investment programme focussed on key projects
Several priority projects could be added to the council’s capital investment programme - subject to viable business cases coming forward in the future.
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Draft budget proposes tough choices to protect statutory services and keep financial control
Draft council budget for 2024/25 is launched.
