
Southend in 60 seconds
In this rather windy edition, Council Leader, Cllr Cowan, highlights the completion of our brand-new inclusive playground, celebrates the first anniversary of the council's recycling and waste service, looks ahead to the Halloween Parade, shares updates on our new fostering campaign and spotlights the upcoming 'Southend in Action'.

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A monthly newsletter with exclusive content, top stories, events and information about how residents can get involved across the Southend-on-Sea community to help build a city to be proud of.

Seafront fireworks
Southend City Fireworks are back and lighting up the skies once again, running from Saturday 26 September to Saturday 14 November 2026.

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service
The Worshipful the Mayor of Southend-on-Sea, Cllr Tony Cox, is inviting residents, veterans, serving personnel, uniformed organisations, and visitors to come together for the city's annual Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service on 8 November 2026.

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October half term is a great opportunity to get out and explore everything Southend has to offer.
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Central Government instruction: Southend directed to publish draft Local Plan for consultation
Southend-on-Sea City Council has been formally instructed by Central Government to publish its current draft Local Plan for consultation.
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Have your say on plans to renew and expand landlord licensing in Southend
The Council has launched a consultation on proposals for a new selective licensing scheme to improve standards in privately rented homes and extend licensing into more areas of the city.
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New planting scheme marks next phase of Better Queensway regeneration
Residents will soon see the first phase of a major new planting scheme at Better Queensway, with work starting in November.
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