New appointments to Southend's Joint Administration for 2026/27
A Joint Administration will continue to lead Southend-on-Sea City Council after being voted in at Full Council (Monday 18 May).
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Southend Political Leaders reaffirm collective support for five-unitary model in response to Local Government Reorganisation consultation
Political Group Leaders at Southend-on-Sea City Council have jointly written to government.
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Southend Council Concert Series - Acclaimed British pianist opens 2026 season with Civic Centre recital
Southend-on-Sea City Council is pleased to announce the opening concert of 2026 in its Concert Series, featuring distinguished British pianist and composer Neil Crossland.
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Better Queensway: small changes, long term benefits
Every improvement, from safer crossings to greener streets, is designed to make Queensway a better place to live, visit, and move through - both today and in the future.
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Council unveils 2026 plans to make healthy living easier for Southend residents
Southend-on-Sea City Council is kicking off 2026 with a drive to make healthy living easier and more affordable for everyone.
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Happy New Year - looking ahead and reflecting on last year's achievements
A New Year's message from Councillor Daniel Cowan, Leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council makes Christmas tree recycling easier than ever
With Christmas just around the corner, Southend-on-Sea City Council is encouraging residents to plan ahead for their festive waste and recycling.
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Uber granted licence to operate in Southend after unanimous Licensing Sub-Committee approval
Southend-on-Sea City Council’s independent, quasi-judicial Licensing Sub-Committee has unanimously approved Uber Britannia Limited’s application for a Private Hire Vehicle Operator’s Licence.
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Council matches Royal British Legion fundraising with £10,000 donation following Poppies on the Pier success
Southend-on-Sea City Council has confirmed it will donate £10,000 to the Royal British Legion (RBL) Poppy Appeal following the hugely successful Poppies on the Pier installation.
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Safety first as Southend set to determine Uber licence application
The Council’s independent, quasi-judicial Licensing Sub-Committee will determine an application from Uber Britannia Limited for a Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) Operator’s Licence.
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Council to crack down on Southend’s derelict and neglected sites with launch of “Dirty Dozen” list
Southend-on-Sea City Council is cracking down on the blight of derelict and neglected sites by naming and shaming the city’s top 12 offenders through a new initiative called the “Dirty Dozen” list.
