From free parking to fireworks: 7 reasons to love Southend this festive season
Southend-on-Sea is set to sparkle this festive season with a fantastic line-up of activities and events for residents and visitors alike.
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Southend’s New Wheelie Bin Collections: What It Means for You
This October, most people in Southend-on-Sea are switching to a new recycling and waste collection service using wheelie bins.
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Every household in Southend set to get a free bulky waste collection
Southend residents are set to benefit from a bold new proposal for one free bulky waste collection per year which will be available for every household.
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Goldilocks 'just right' option proposed for five councils in Essex: Protects local services and retains unique character
Southend-on-Sea City Council will consider this major proposal at its Full Council meeting on 10 September 2025 prior to making a final decision at Cabinet on 15 September.
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Better Queensway transformation to start - bringing safer streets and future homes to the area
This will be a major milestone in the regeneration of the Queensway estate.
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Flying the flag in Southend-on-Sea
Cllr Daniel Cowan, Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council has made the following statement regarding the use of flags in public spaces.
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Southend City Jam map unveiled revealing who's painting where
Southend City Jam returns this Friday 29 August, and the council has revealed the official 2025 City Jam map, giving residents and visitors a first look at this year's festival layout.
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4 ideas of things to do this bank holiday weekend in Southend
The August bank holiday is a great time to enjoy what Southend-on-Sea has to offer.
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Council extends late-night bus services to support City’s evening economy
From Sunday 31 August, Southend will see more buses running later into the night.
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Southend-on-Sea's Adult Social Care rated 'Good' by national regulator
Services praised for helping residents live well, safely and independently.
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Southend to commemorate 80 years since VJ Day
Southend residents are invited to join commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) on Friday 15 August.
