'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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Applications for UKSPF funding reach a new high
A record number of local organisations have applied for the final year of funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), which the council manages on behalf of government.
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Investment programme focussed on key projects
Several priority projects could be added to the council’s capital investment programme - subject to viable business cases coming forward in the future.
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Council unveils Corporate Plan to drive community development and growth
Southend-on-Sea City Council has published its strategic blueprint for the future.
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Debut carol concert from a local school choir to support council’s Christmas plea for more foster carers
A school choir from Leigh-on-Sea made their debut performance in the Council Chamber at the Civic Centre on 11 December to raise awareness of the Council’s recruitment drive for new foster carers.
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Efficiency measures turn house into “one of the most sustainable homes in the UK”
A project to retrofit a three-bedroom semi-detached home in Leigh-on-Sea with energy and water saving measures has been unveiled.
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Group to support young carers gains momentum
A scheme launched to support young carers in Southend-on-Sea is gaining momentum as more people become aware of it.
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Wellbeing project scoops innovation award
Local project wins Most Innovative Mental Health Intervention award.
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Southend Youth Council member gives impassioned speech at House of Commons
On Friday 17 November, the UK Youth Parliament debated free school meals as part of their 'Food for Learning' campaign and the City of Southend was proudly represented.
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New Chief Executive approved by Full Council
Colin Ansell has been approved as the council’s new Chief Executive (Full Council, Monday 20 November).
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National collaboration sees council support compelling short film about urgent need for foster carers
Southend-on-Sea City Council has collaborated with 80 local authorities across England to help create a compelling short film about the urgent need for foster carers.
