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Leader backs a tourist tax but money must be kept in Southend
Cllr Daniel Cowan, Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council, has responded to ongoing discussions around regional mayors' proposals for a visitor levy/tourist tax.
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Council secures conviction after rescuing 15 dogs from one of the worst animal neglect cases seen by officers in 30 years
An Eastwood man has been convicted of 15 animal welfare offences following an investigation by Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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LGR response: 'Our focus is on delivering for residents of Southend'
Plans for Local Government Reorganisation halted.
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Southend SEND Partnership welcomes inspection findings and commits to next phase of improvements
Southend-on-Sea City Council and NHS Essex Integrated Care Board have welcomed the findings of the recent Area SEND inspection.
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Six Southend community projects to benefit from a share of £12,000 through first SUEZ Community Fund
Six community organisations across Southend have been awarded funding through the first SUEZ Southend Community Fund.
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Catch the Bus Month: meet local operators and ask about bus travel in Southend
Southend-on-Sea City Council is hosting a free High Street event where residents can meet local bus operators and transport representatives as part of Catch the Bus Month.
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Latest budget overspend: Rising social care costs 'simply aren't sustainable'
Southend-on-Sea City Council's latest financial performance report shows that increasing pressures within statutory social care continue to drive the council's forecast financial position for 2026/27.
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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.
