Our Southend
A monthly newsletter with exclusive content, top stories, events and information about how residents can get involved across the Southend-on-Sea community to help build a city to be proud of.

24hrs in Southend
This will be a 24hr focus to showcase the incredible work that frontline workers do every single day - and every hour throughout the year - to keep our city safe, supported and thriving.

Southend City Day
Southend-on-Sea is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as Southend City Day returns on Saturday 7 March 2026, following the success of last year’s inaugural event.

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Latest news
24hrs in Southend - City Council shines a light on the frontline 'hidden heroes' for Our Day campaign
Southend-on-Sea City Council is launching ‘Our Day’ on Monday 19 January.
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Calling all young people: Cast your vote in Southend's Make Your Mark 2026 youth ballot
Make Your Mark empowers 11 to 18 year-olds to vote on the issues that matter most to them, making it the UK's biggest youth ballot.
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Youth councillors team up with Cabinet members to shape the future of Southend
Southend's newly elected Youth Council meet Cabinet members and launch a new phase of collaboration.
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Young bookworms wanted! Southend Libraries launches citywide children's reading challenge
Southend Libraries are calling on all young bookworms to take part in the Winter Mini Challenge 2026 a fun and free online initiative that encourages children to keep reading over the winter holiday.
Events
Southend City Day
Various
Southend-on-Sea is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as Southend City Day returns following the success of last year’s inaugural event.
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