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Statement from Cllr Daniel Cowan, Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council
Draft Local Plan update.
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Southend City Jam map now available ahead of fifth year of the iconic event
The Southend City Jam 2026 map is now available.
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Havens Hospices Reuse Shop celebrates 10,000th sale, giving thousands of items a second life
The Reuse Shop at Stock Road Household Waste Recycling Centre has reached another significant milestone, celebrating the sale of its 10,000th item since opening in May 2026.
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Alleged illegal waste site at Progress Road cleared and restored following joint action
An alleged illegal waste site on Progress Road has been cleared, secured and restored following coordinated action by Southend-on-Sea City Council, the Environment Agency and partner agencies.
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Former Queensway worker's pride as regeneration reaches major milestone
A major milestone in the transformation of Queensway has been reached with Sutton Road and Southchurch Road now open.
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Garden waste collections stopping for residents who haven't updated their subscription
Southend-on-Sea City Council is urging residents who previously paid for their garden waste collection subscription by Direct Debit to check they still have a valid subscription in place.
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New EV chargers now live at Alexandra Street Car Park
Drivers can now use the new electric vehicle (EV) charging points at Alexandra Street Car Park, delivered as part of the city's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) programme.
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Southend residents asked to delay disposing of fridges and freezers where possible
The Council is asking residents to delay disposing of unwanted fridges and freezers, where practical and safe to do so, because of a national shortage of facilities that process these items.
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Council extends funding to keep Highlands Estate and West Leigh connected to the city centre
The Council has confirmed continued funding for Stephensons of Essex's 17 and 17A bus services, helping keep the Highlands Estate and West Leigh connected to Leigh and Southend city centre.
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Council reminds residents and visitors to stay safe on Southend's coastline this summer
Southend-on-Sea City Council is encouraging residents and visitors to make safety a priority when enjoying the city's seven miles of coastline this summer.
