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Parking scams reminder
We are urging drivers to stay vigilant after scams continue to occur involving fraudulent QR codes being placed on parking signage and fraudulent text messages claiming to be about PCNs.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council opens three new Autism Resource Bases to strengthen inclusive education
New autism facilities mark major step forward for children’s support in Southend.
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Southend Budget 2026/27: Investing in People, Regenerating Our City
The Council has published its final budget proposals for 2026/27, setting out a clear commitment to investing in people, protecting frontline services, and regenerating Southend and its assets.
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National Apprenticeship Week - Council strengthens inclusive recruitment with guaranteed apprenticeship interviews for care leavers
Southend-on-Sea City Council is joining organisations across the country to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9 to 15 February).
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Warrior Square's breast screening unit moves to the Civic Centre to boost access and attendance
Nearly four in ten eligible women in Thurrock and Southend do not attend their vital breast screening appointments.
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Council launches 'one stop shop' for support to bring back hundreds of empty homes back into use
Southend-on-Sea City Council has launched a refreshed support programme in one place to help bring more empty homes back into use.
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Major upgrade to Balmoral estate council homes will cut energy bills
The Council is set to upgrade council homes on the Balmoral estate by installing new ground source heat pump systems.
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City Day 2026: Young artists invited to enter Secondary Schools Portrait Competition with £300 in prizes per winner
A vibrant new live portrait competition is giving Southend’s young artists the chance to shine as part of this year's City Day celebrations.
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Uber surrenders licence to operate in Southend
Southend-on-Sea City Council has issued the following statement after Uber informed the council it has chosen to surrender its Private Hire Operator Licence to operate in the city.
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Calling all young people: Cast your vote in Southend's Make Your Mark 2026 youth ballot
Make Your Mark empowers 11 to 18 year-olds to vote on the issues that matter most to them, making it the UK's biggest youth ballot.
