https://www.southend.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:35:19 +0000 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:35:19 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3627/three-shells-lagoon-report-recommends-long-term-way-forward A report on the future of Three Shells Lagoon is recommending the removal of the existing lagoon structure and the restoration of the site to a natural beach environment. Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:03:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3626/financial-progress-but-overall-overspend-remains-as-children-s-placement-costs-add-further-strain Southend-on-Sea City Council's latest financial performance report shows an improving overall financial position, despite continued and increasing pressures within statutory social care services. Mon, 09 Nov 2026 12:32:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3625/the-fostering-diaries-3-timeless-life-lessons-tina-shares-with-every-child-she-fosters Welcome back to The Fostering Diaries, our series exploring fostering through two very different perspectives: those who provide care and those who have experienced it. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:22:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3624/election-announced-in-leigh-ward-with-voting-to-take-place-on-10-december A by-election has been called in the Leigh Ward of Southend-on-Sea City Council. If contested, electors within Leigh ward will vote on Thursday 10 December 2026. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:17:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3623/final-stage-of-consultation-opens-for-government-directed-local-plan Residents, businesses and stakeholders are invited to comment on the Government-directed Local Plan as it enters the final stage of the plan-making process. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:52:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3622/southend-in-action-takes-place-this-november-to-showcase-the-people-projects-and-services-shaping-our-city The council is bringing back its behind-the-scenes activity with Southend in Action, a week-long celebration of the people, projects and services helping to improve lives and pride in the city. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:18:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3621/first-new-glimpse-for-better-queensway-next-phase The next key stage of the Better Queensway regeneration project is set to be unlocked. Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:38:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3619/major-conservation-project-to-protect-southchurch-hall-for-future-generations We are set to begin a significant programme of conservation works at Southchurch Hall after securing £423,105 from Arts Council England's Museums Estate and Development Fund (MEND) Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:43:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3617/government-provides-clarity-on-next-steps-for-local-government-reorganisation Southend-on-Sea City Council has welcomed the Government's latest update on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:12:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3614/southend-s-first-ever-music-board-launched-to-celebrate-musical-heritage-and-nurture-future-talent Southend-on-Sea City Council has launched Southend's first-ever Music Board, bringing together leading voices from across the music industry to support and grow the city's diverse music sector. Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3611/fostering-after-50-foster-carer-andrea-answers-eight-awkward-questions Thinking about fostering after 50, or at any stage of life, can raise plenty of questions. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:26:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3613/southend-waste-app-shortlisted-for-national-recycling-award The Southend Resident Waste App, developed through a partnership between SUEZ, the council and Cloud 9 Technologies, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2026 MRW National Recycling Awards. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3615/help-shape-transport-in-southend-on-sea We're developing a new Local Transport Plan (LTP4) that will shape the future of transport in Southend-on-Sea from 2027 to 2045. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3612/donate-a-gift-this-christmas-with-the-council-s-toy-drive Southend-on-Sea City Council has launched its annual Toy Drive ahead of the 2026 festive season. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:34:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3221/real-christmas-trees-available-to-buy-from-our-award-winning-parks-team Make your Christmas magical with a real Christmas tree from our award-winning Parks Team. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:28:00 +0000 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3609/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. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0100 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3608/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. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:41:00 +0100 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3606/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. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:05:00 +0100 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3605/the-fostering-diaries-part-1-pearls-of-wisdom-from-a-carer-and-a-care-leaver Welcome to The Fostering Diaries, our weekly series exploring fostering through two very different perspectives: those who provide care and those who have experienced it. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:05:00 +0100 https://www.southend.gov.uk/news/article/3604/six-free-and-low-cost-ways-to-enjoy-halloween-and-half-term-in-southend October half term is a great opportunity to get out and explore everything Southend has to offer. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:06:00 +0100