“Proud of Our Southend”: New, heartwarming film series puts city’s people centre stage in bold celebration of civic pride
A powerful new storytelling project is casting Southend in a fresh light, placing its people and the places they love at the heart of the city’s story.
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Driver jailed following collision that seriously injured council workers
A man who filmed himself driving at speeds of more than 100mph before crashing into three council workers on ride-on lawnmowers has been jailed.
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Southend's summer starts here: Free family fun, seaside days out and easy travel advice
Southend-on-Sea is gearing up to welcome residents and visitors for another vibrant summer season.
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Battle against the Bulge: new takeaway outlets to be banned from within 400m of school gates
Southend-on-Sea City Council is backing stronger planning controls to help tackle childhood obesity, following Cabinet's approval of the Director of Public Health's Annual Report on 13 July 2026.
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Former Southend social worker convicted of £7,920 fraud and money laundering
A former social worker has been convicted of fraud and money laundering after falsely claiming relocation expenses from Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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Southend’s commitment to quality green spaces rewarded with 9 Green Flag Awards
Southend-on-Sea City Council is celebrating today after receiving nine prestigious Green Flag Awards for its cherished parks and green spaces.
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First 100 Days: New homes, regeneration and investment moving forward across Southend
Nearly 100 days on from the May 2026 elections, Southend-on-Sea City Council's Joint Administration is delivering progress on its priorities for residents, businesses and communities.
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Southend Council cracks down on the sale of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes
Illegal cigarettes, tobacco products and non-compliant vapes have been seized by Southend-on-Sea City Council's Trading Standards team in a series of operations across the city.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council launches network to improve services
Southend-on-Sea City Council has officially launched a new digital network on lampposts to help improve water usage.
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Council condemns further vandalism at Sutton Road Cemetery
Southend-on-Sea City Council is working with Essex Police following a second incident of vandalism at Sutton Road Cemetery, which has seen gravestones damaged and chapel windows smashed.
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Giant flood tanks begin arriving as Queensway works hit major milestone
A major milestone has been reached on the Better Queensway project, with the first sections of Southend’s new underground flood tanks now arriving on site in preparation for install.
