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Measles messaging for parents and carers
Measles cases are rising in North London and likely to reach Essex, Southend and Thurrock. Check your child’s records and ensure they are up to date with MMR vaccines to stay protected.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council supports Essex Police following armed robbery in Southend city centre
Cllr Martin Terry emphasised that incidents like this are extremely rare.
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'Crime-saving' bin heroes: Crews praised after helping police apprehend suspected burglar
The suspect, described as wearing a balaclava and moving between gardens and over fences, immediately raised concerns with the crew.
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10 Ways Southend's full-fibre broadband is improving your everyday life
Southend is the second best-connected place in the UK.
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Residents invited to help shape £20m improvements in Shoeburyness
Southend-on-Sea City Council, in collaboration with Bayo Alaba MP, are recruiting for the Pride in Shoeburyness Neighbourhood Board.
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Share why you love Southend for MONOPOLY launch competition
Southend-on-Sea City Council is inviting residents to get involved in a fun competition to celebrate the upcoming launch of the official MONOPOLY: Southend-on-Sea Edition this March.
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Love Southend: 12 Brilliant half-term activities to entertain the entire family
Goodbye, January blues. February's half-term fun is about to begin!
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Parking scams reminder
We are urging drivers to stay vigilant after scams continue to occur involving fraudulent QR codes being placed on parking signage and fraudulent text messages claiming to be about PCNs.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council opens three new Autism Resource Bases to strengthen inclusive education
New autism facilities mark major step forward for children’s support in Southend.
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Southend Budget 2026/27: Investing in People, Regenerating Our City
The Council has published its final budget proposals for 2026/27, setting out a clear commitment to investing in people, protecting frontline services, and regenerating Southend and its assets.