New appointments to Southend's Joint Administration for 2026/27
A Joint Administration will continue to lead Southend-on-Sea City Council after being voted in at Full Council (Monday 18 May).
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Southend’s first ever Business Show set to boost local growth and opportunity this September
Southend Council is launching the city’s first-ever Southend Business Show 2026 this September.
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Council cracks down on criminal landlord as unsafe Southend property prosecution leads to £25,000 fine
Southend Council has successfully prosecuted a landlord for renting out an unsafe property, reinforcing its commitment to protecting residents and raising housing standards across the city.
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Southend launches first natural flood scheme to protect homes and communities
Southend-on-Sea’s first-ever natural flood management scheme has been installed in Belfairs Woods, helping to better protect local homes, roads and businesses from flooding.
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Lease for the Kursaal signed over to new owners, paving way for landmark’s return
The lease for the historic Kursaal building has now been assigned, marking a major step in bringing one of Southend’s most iconic landmarks back into use.
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Southend woman fined £795 for Blue Badge misuse
A Southend woman has been fined £795 for unlawfully using a Blue Badge, following an investigation by Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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Classic Cars drive back to the seafront this summer
The much-loved motoring event Classic Cars on the Beach is set to return to Southend's City Beach, bringing heritage, horsepower and nostalgia back to the seafront for 2026.
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16 Schools transformed in Southend's Clean Air for Schools project
From 2023 to 2026, we’ve worked with 16 schools across Southend to support our safe, clean and green ambition, creating greener, healthier spaces where children can learn, play and thrive.
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Open heart, open home: One carer’s 11-year fostering journey in Southend
Fostering is often talked about in broad terms: care, support, making a difference. But for the 76 Southend foster carers living it every day, the reality is far more human, complex and powerful.
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15 Brilliant ways to enjoy a sunny Southend staycation this May bank holiday weekend and half-term
With the sunshine making a welcome return, it’s the perfect time to plan your May bank holiday weekend and half‑term break.
