Leigh on Sea News

Flexible working laws are changing from 6 April for British businesses. Here’s how to prepare.

Does your business employ people? If the answer is ‘yes’, you will need to change how you manage flexible working requests from your employees

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Southend pier’s glass entrance gets makeover for upcoming Window Wanderland

With Southend’s inaugural Window Wanderland festival just a fortnight away (22-24 March), residents and businesses across the city are getting creative including our beloved Southend Pier.

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97% of pupils get one of top three choices of secondary school for September

97% of year six children in Southend-on-Sea will be starting secondary school at one of their top three choices of school this September.

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REVIEW OF THE MOUSETRAP BY LYNN CARROLL

This is probably the best play I have ever seen, the emphasis on play rather than a showy musical, and it was a very enjoyable evening which opened my mind to investigating the work of Agatha Christie further.

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New Properties from Bear this March

New Listings in and around Leigh this March.

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Michel Roux sails into Leigh-on-sea for his new TV Series

The famous Michelin chef Michel Roux sailed into Leigh-on-sea last night in Episode 5 of his TV programme Roux Down The River.

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RYLAN TO HEADLINE THE CLIFFS PAVILION PANTOMIME JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Southend Theatres and pantomime producer Crossroads Pantomimes have announced that Rylan will headline this year’s Cliffs Pavilion pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in the role of the Spirit of the Beans from Saturday 14 December.

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Belton Way wall collapse after heavy rainfall

Southend Council have closed part of Belton Hills, off Marine Parade, Leigh-on-sea as engineers investigate the stability of the northern end of the cliffs after heavy rainfall.

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Come to Leigh-on-Sea and enjoy its history, shopping and restaurants

Come to Leigh-on-sea this spring and enjoy its rich fishing history, great shopping and wonderful restaurants.

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Trial safety scheme for eastbound lanes at Kent Elms

An experimental safety scheme to introduce a left turn only for motorists on the eastbound A127 at Kent Elms is planned with works due to start on Monday 26 February 2024.

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The Wizard of Oz review by Nina Jervis

A vibrant, sparkling antidote to February’s drear and drizzle. The Wizard of Oz is a high-octane sugar-rush… so if you’re in need of an energy boost, just follow the yellow brick road!

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Southend Hospitals new £8.7million building boosting cancer care taking shape

Nicky Whilde, Head of Radiotherapy Physics, said: “The £5million extension is expected to be completed this summer and open to patients in the autumn

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Leigh-on-sea restaurants in new Channel 4 Come Dine with Me Professional series.

The Oak Tree Restaurant, Stoked Vegan BBQ and The Royal Hotel, Southend have all featured in the new series of Come Dine with Me Professionals airing on Channel 4 on 25th April.

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International 'Purple Flag' accreditation recognises Southend for outstanding night time economy and CCTV service

Much like the renowned Blue Flag for beaches, the Purple Flag symbolises excellence in nighttime entertainment, dining, and cultural offerings while prioritising the safety and wellbeing of the community during evening hours.

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Council inspecting potholes within 24-hours and carrying out longer-term repairs

Southend-on-Sea City Council is continuing to take the subject of potholes seriously, with reports being investigated within 24 hours - making it one of the most responsive councils in the UK.

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Keep the kids busy this half-term with Indirock’s drop-off sessions!

But did you know Indirock offer school holiday drop off sessions for children aged 6-13?

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Southend to introduce Transport Safety Officers for safer train services

Southend-on-Sea City Council is excited to announce the introduction of Transport Safety Officers (TSOs) to enhance safety on the city's train services.

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Southend City Centre Dragon Trail For Chinese New Year

The Lunar New Year begins on Saturday 10th February and 2024 will be the year of the DRAGON. To celebrate we’ve got a few weeks of Dragon infused fun at Southend on Sea and it’s all FREE.

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Changes to Council's draft budget for 2024/25 published

The main change proposes a £100,000 investment to provide a new type of dementia carer support. This funding would enable the development of dementia support groups across the four localities to enable carer support, information and advice and enable peer support

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Calling all budding young entrepreneurs

A new series of networking events to help young local entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 is being launched by the council’s economic development team.

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