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Poppies on the Pier extended until Sunday 23 November after incredible public response

Following an overwhelming response from visitors across the UK and beyond, Poppies on the Pier will remain open for an extra week.

Better Queensway highways works begin: safer, more accessible streets for southend

Southend-on-Sea City Council is pleased to announce that Better Queensway highway works will begin on Monday 8 December 2025, delivered in partnership with Taylor Woodrow.
Behind the scenes of Southend’s new waste collection service

Southend’s new citywide waste collection service is now in full swing, and it’s already making a big difference.