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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Week one update: New recycling and waste service completes over 158,000 collections in first three days
Tens of thousands of households in Southend have started to use the new recycling and waste service from the first day.
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Pride of Southend: City Day proposed for 7 March 2026 as the community stands up in droves
Southend-on-Sea City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to building a stronger sense of civic pride through the continued success of its Civic Pride Action Plan.
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Metrow Foods site - Council action and timeline
Southend-on-Sea City Council is continuing to monitor and respond to the situation at the Metrow Foods site following a fire at the private commercial premises on 15 August 2025.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council to contact residents for Residents' Perception Survey 2025
Southend-on-Sea City Council has commissioned Enventure Research, an independent research company, to carry out the Residents' Perception Survey 2025.
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Donate a gift this Christmas with the Council's Toy Drive
The Council is excited to announce the launch of its annual Toy Drive for 2025.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council leads the way with four wins at 2025 Essex Housing Awards
The Council has been recognised with four major honours at this year’s county-wide Essex Housing Awards.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council approves Premier Inn expansion – a boost for seafront and local economy
Southend-on-Sea City Council has approved plans for a major extension to the Premier Inn hotel on Eastern Esplanade, bringing more jobs, investment and visitor accommodation to the city.
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110,000 handmade poppies to transform Southend Pier
Southend Pier has been overwhelmed by the extraordinary response to its Poppies on the Pier project, with over 110,000 knitted and crocheted poppies arriving from across the UK and around the world.
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Seafront parking charges reduced this winter to support Southend’s local businesses
Southend-on-Sea City Council is introducing its winter parking discount to support local shops, seafront businesses and residents during the quieter months, when demand for parking naturally falls.
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MPs support ‘most credible’ five-council proposal
MPs across the political spectrum are backing a proposal for five new unitary authorities in Greater Essex that keeps decision making close to residents.
