'Five council' proposal launches public consultation
Residents, businesses and local organisations are being asked to share their views on the future of councils in Essex.

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Council’s parks team secure nine Green Flag Awards for 2024
Southend-on-Sea City Council’s parks team is celebrating once again, as nine of the city’s parks have achieved national Green Flag Awards due to their hard work and dedication.
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Much needed bus route to be restored to Garon Park
The council is pleased to announce that a bus route between the City Centre and Garon Park is to be restored. Thanks to the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) and BSIP Phase 2 funding.
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Young designer sees artwork used for local road signs
A local pupil with an interest in road signs has seen his creativity come to life with the installation of two ‘slow down’ signs near St Christopher’s School.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council recognised as Investor in Wildlife by Essex Wildlife Trust
Southend-on-Sea City Council has been announced as a Gold Member Investor in Wildlife by Essex Wildlife Trust, acknowledging their commitment to environmental conservation and wildlife protection.
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Mayor hoists progress flag in support of Southend Pride
The progress flag flies high in support of Southend Pride at Porters Civic House.
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Council to showcase innovative sensory garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Southend-on-Sea City Council will once again present a show garden at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival from 2 to 7 July.
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Southend Trading Standards seize illegal cigarettes, tobacco, and vapes
Southend-on-Sea City Council's Trading Standards, in collaboration with HMRC and Essex Police, conducted a series of successful raids on retail premises along Southchurch Road, Southend.
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Young entrepreneurs network empowers future business leaders with successful events
The Young Entrepreneurs Southend-on-Sea (YES) network continues to empower the entrepreneurial spirit among budding business owners and young professionals in the city and further afield.
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Grass cutting update
Our grass cutting programme has been underway since early February and will continue until December.
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Southend Mayor unveils new pier gift shop
The Worshipful the Mayor of Southend, councillor Ron Woodley, has officially opened a new gift shop on Southend Pier.