Leigh on Sea News - news

New footbridge at Kent Elms open

The opening of footbridge is the final part of the Kent Elms junction upgrade, which improves traffic flow and better connects communities north and south of the A127. The footbridge provides pedestrians an alternative to using the surface crossing.

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The Bletchley: Decode Yourself Into Cocktails

It's apparently a cocktail bar like no other and is the one of the future..... or not!

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Funding secured for new nursery

Government funding has been secured for a brand new school-based nursery to be built in Southend-on-Sea.

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Consultation begins for proposed alcohol licensing policy

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is asking residents and businesses to have their say on the proposed updated Alcohol Licensing Policy.

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Beach litter cube installed on Southend seafront

A large cube filled with litter has been installed on City Beach to highlight the danger litter poses to the wider environment and marine wildlife in particular.

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Event about shared ownership housing scheme

A free event for people interested in learning more about the advantages of shared ownership for housing at Hammond Court is being held for residents of Southend-on-Sea. 

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Legal Eagle Q&A: Higher Value, Higher Inheritance Tax?

Question: I inherited a flat from my mum 10 years ago and have been letting it out. I’m going to sell it but it has gone up in value. Do I have to pay more inheritance tax?

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Replacement pier trains on track

Plans to replace the ageing train system on the wold’s longest pleasure pier are continuing to progress, as the tender process is in full swing.

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One-hour parking to return to Southend town centre

One-hour parking is set to return to Southend town centre car parks, Southend-on-Sea’s leading councillor responsible for transport has announced. 

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Project to increase commercial plastic recycling launches in Southend

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is pleased to announce the successful launch of a new commercial plastic recycling project. 

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Russell Howard: Warm-Up Show

Russell Howard is back in Southend to test out some brand-new material in intimate surroundings, alongside some of his favourite comedians!

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Look out for your letter and respond to Household Canvass

As part of Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s annual voter registration canvass households will soon be receiving a form. It will ask them to check whether information on the electoral register for those living at their address is correct. 

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Council removes benches to tackle anti-social behaviour

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council will be temporarily removing benches from a street in Thorpe Bay following escalating anti-social behaviour.

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Staycationing in the SS postcode

I'm making the most of our seaside town this summer - it's the kind of place where you already feel like you're on holiday isn't it? I have a family of seagulls nesting near my house - often at 4am I am suddenly awoken by their familiar, holidayish squawk. Yes, it's 4am and I don't sleep well at the best of times, but I also do LOVE that sound. 

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Our 5 Minutes with Georgie Perkins

This week we bring you 'Our 5 minutes' with Georgie Perkins... but who is she and where can we find her in the little town that we love?

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Foodie Rich - West Road Tap Summer Food Pop Up - Stoked Vegan BBQ

It’s now become a highly anticipated summer event; the annual West Road Tap street food pop ups

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Resident faces £1,550 bill for failing to comply with ‘Untidy Site Notice’

A local resident faces a £1,550 bill following a legal dispute with the council regarding a fire-damaged property in Chalkwell.

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Village Green 2019

Metal welcomes thousands to Chalkwell Park for Village Green 10th edition

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Not the 9 to 5: Put the ‘U’ in your business

I adore working with clients to develop their brand and business strategy: and the biggest pay off for me is when I can support them in creating a brand that emulates everything they stand for.

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The Beef Wellington experience at Bread Street Kitchen

An experience made for sharing, the Bread Street Kitchen Beef Wellington Experience is a true homage to this classic Gordon Ramsay dish.

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