Latest news

• Letter of Support for care homes

  Published on Friday, 29th May 2020 in About the Council news

  Letter from Alison Griffin to Helen Whately MP, Minister of State for Care on support for care homes.

• Seafront plans will continue to be reviewed as weather set fair

  

  Published on Tuesday, 26th May 2020 in Events and Leisure news

  After a busy Bank Holiday Monday in Southend, the council’s cabinet member for community safety has said that measures put in place locally will continue to be reviewed and improved as necessary.

• Homeless who have been temporarily housed, ready for long-term, stable homes

  

  Published on Friday, 22nd May 2020 in Housing news

  Following significant care and one-to-one support from council services, all our previous rough sleepers and others affected by homelessness are now ready for long-term, stable homes.

• Please think twice before visiting Southend-on-Sea

  

  Published on Friday, 22nd May 2020 in About the Council news

  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is urging people to think twice before visiting Southend-on-Sea this bank holiday weekend.

• Council support for local care workers and care recipients

  

  Published on Friday, 22nd May 2020 in Social Care news

  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council has sourced external supplies of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to support the local social care sector, ensure adherence to Public Health England guidance for care homes and home care settings and meet the growing demand for PPE.

• Our letter to support schools

  

  Published on Thursday, 21st May 2020 in Schools and Learning news

  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council has expressed its full support to all state funded schools in the borough confirming trust in their professional judgement as they are due to reopen.

• Golf course and tennis courts set to reopen for public use

  

  Published on Wednesday, 20th May 2020 in Parks and Open Spaces news

  Belfairs golf course and local free to use tennis, and basketball courts along with outdoor multi use games areas, are set to reopen from Friday 22 May, with social distancing advice in place.

• Government COVID-19 testing supported by Council and London Southend Airport

  

  Published on Tuesday, 19th May 2020 in About the Council news

  The Council and London Southend Airport (LSA) are working together to make a new COVID-19 mobile testing facility available to symptomatic frontline workers and those over 65.

• Leadership blog - Cllr Ian Gilbert, leader of the council

  

  Published on Tuesday, 19th May 2020 in About the Council news

  The last week has been an incredibly busy time for the council.

• Key workers can get free parking with new temporary permit scheme

  

  Published on Monday, 18th May 2020 in Parking, Travel and Roads news

  Key workers carrying out essential work during the Coronavirus pandemic can now apply for a free temporary permit that allows them to park in all the borough’s council owned car parks and bays.

• Residents urged to use judgement before visiting recycling centres

  

  Published on Friday, 15th May 2020 in Recycling and Waste news

  With the Borough’s two household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) reopening to the public next week, the council is urging residents to think carefully and consider whether they need to visit or not.

• Stay safe, stay apart in Southend-on-Sea

  

  Published on Friday, 15th May 2020 in Communities, Neighbourhoods and the Environment news

  If you are out and about at any time, please stay at least 2 metres apart from anyone you don’t live with.

• Belfairs golf course set to reopen by the end of the month

  

  Published on Wednesday, 13th May 2020 in Events and Leisure news

  Belfairs Golf course, a pay and play golf facility in Leigh-on-Sea, is planning to reopen by the end of the month following the Government’s relaxation of restrictions on Sunday 10 May.

• Promenade to be widened and car parks reopened

  

  Published on Wednesday, 13th May 2020 in Parking, Travel and Roads news

  Western Esplanade will be temporarily widened for pedestrians and cyclists from Saturday 16 May, in response to national changes to lockdown, and to allow local people to safely enjoy the seafront.

• Recycling centres set to reopen next week with strict measures in place

  

  Published on Wednesday, 13th May 2020 in Recycling and Waste news

  The Borough’s two household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) will be reopened to the public next week (Monday 18 May), but only for essential visits and with strict social distancing measures in place to ensure visitors and staff are kept safe.

• Government announcement made on Sunday 10 May 2020

  

  Published on Monday, 11th May 2020 in Health and Wellbeing news

  The Prime Minister made an address to the nation last night (Sunday 10 May) regarding the current lockdown and its plans for recovery.

• Environment Impact Assessment scoping report submitted for Queensway regeneration

  

  Published on Thursday, 7th May 2020 in Planning and Building news

  An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) scoping report for the Better Queensway regeneration scheme has been submitted as part of the preparations for a full planning application.

• Please stay home and stay safe this bank holiday weekend

  

  Published on Thursday, 7th May 2020 in Events and Leisure news

  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is urging visitors to stay away this bank holiday weekend, and asking local residents to continue to stay home and stay safe.

• Southend Coronavirus Action helpline continues to deliver for local people

  

  Published on Thursday, 7th May 2020 in Communities, Neighbourhoods and the Environment news

  A helpline set up to assist those who are most at risk in our community is still going strong.

• Public reminded, "Don't stay, take it away" as lockdown continues

  

  Published on Thursday, 7th May 2020 in Events and Leisure news

  Takeaway customers are being reminded they should consume their purchases at home under the Covid-19 lockdown regulations.

• Care unit set up to support people awaiting a COVID-19 negative test result

  

  Published on Tuesday, 5th May 2020 in Communities, Neighbourhoods and the Environment news

  Southend Care opens care unit in partnership with Southend-on-Sea Borough Council to support older people awaiting a COVID 19 negative test result.

• Borough to celebrate VE Day in a different way

  

  Published on Tuesday, 5th May 2020 in Events and Leisure news

  With national restrictions still in place around social distancing, the council has set out plans for how the Borough and community can commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE-Day, while at home.

• Government announces additional business grant funding

  

  Published on Tuesday, 5th May 2020 in Business news

  The Government recently announced additional funding for small businesses.

• Businesses urged to apply for grants as payments out reach £28m

  

  Published on Thursday, 30th April 2020 in Business news

  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is urging all remaining eligible local businesses to apply for Government grant funding to support them during the coronavirus shutdown.

• One month since quick response to help rough sleepers

  

  Published on Wednesday, 29th April 2020 in Housing news

  It has been over a month since all rough sleepers in Southend-on-Sea were offered temporary accommodation and work continues between the council, charities and the voluntary sector to keep them safe.

• 99 things by 19 bucket list starts with at-home challenges

  

  Published on Monday, 27th April 2020 in Children and Families news

  A list of “99 things to do before you’re 19”, has been started using at-home activities, to inspire young people to gain rounded experiences of life, even during lockdown.

• First virtual meeting takes place

  

  Published on Friday, 24th April 2020 in About the Council news

  The council’s first formal virtual meeting took place yesterday afternoon.

• Reflecting so far and looking ahead – Cllr Ian Gilbert, leader of the council

  

  Published on Thursday, 23rd April 2020 in About the Council news

  As we know that the current 'lockdown' will last several weeks longer at least, I want to reassure people about the support available and the work we’re doing in Southend-on-Sea.

• Council thanks volunteers and voluntary organisations

  

  Published on Thursday, 23rd April 2020 in About the Council news

  The Leader and the Chief Executive of Southend-on-Sea Borough Council have written a joint letter to thank all the volunteers and voluntary organisations who are helping the council and the community respond to the coronavirus pandemic.

• Leader of the Council reflects and looks ahead

  

  Published on Thursday, 23rd April 2020 in About the Council news

  The Leader of the Council has reflected on the great work to date to tackle coronavirus locally, and looked ahead to the future too.