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.
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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.
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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.
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Leaders blog - Let's Shape a Better Future for Essex - Together
Latest blog from the Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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Real Christmas trees available to buy from our award-winning Parks Team
Make your Christmas magical with a real Christmas tree from our award-winning Parks Team.
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Southend unites in Remembrance as civic pride shines across the city
Southend will once again come together this Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day to honour those who sacrificed their lives during the two World Wars and in conflicts since.
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Poppies on the Pier: Southend unveils the UK's biggest Remembrance tribute
Poppies on the Pier was officially opened this morning by The Worshipful The Mayor of Southend-on-Sea, Councillor Nigel Folkard.
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Southend Council Concert Series - Grammy-nominated vocal ensemble returns for choral workshop and evening concert
Southend-on-Sea City Council is proud to announce the return of the internationally acclaimed British vocal ensemble VOCES8 to the Southend Council Concert Series.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council prosecutes man for blue badge fraud
The Council has successfully prosecuted a man for blue badge fraud, reinforcing its commitment to tackling misuse of the system and safeguarding support for those who genuinely need it.
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Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo celebrates success and community connections
The Leigh-on-Sea Business Expo 2025 has been praised as another fantastic showcase of Southend’s thriving business community, with dozens of exhibitors and visitors attending the event.