Leigh on Sea News - southend-city-council-press-release

The ‘Sir David Amess’ Pier train goes back into service

The Sir David Amess pier train has reopened to the public.

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£250 school prize draw for completing transport for the future survey

Young people could earn their school a cash prize by sharing their views about transport in Southend this autumn.

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Southend City to gather for a Moment of Reflection

Plans for Southend City to gather for a Moment of Reflection on the eve of Her Late Majesty’s funeral

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Mayor of Southend Pays Tribute to the Queen

Southend-on-Sea City Council joins the nation in mourning the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

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Cabinet considers plan for City Centre

Potential plans to reinvigorate the City Centre by identifying ‘anchor’ projects for key areas is to be discussed by cabinet.

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Southend Council Tackling financial challenge

The council is taking action to tackle the financial challenges it faces amid the cost-of-living crisis plus increased demand for services

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Transport strategy to improve funding opportunities

Southend-on-Sea City Council’s cabinet is set to endorse a transport strategy which will shape travel improvements

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Southend Careers hosts employment drop-in for all ages

A drop-in event for people looking to enter employment or for a change in career will be taking place on Tuesday 6 September.

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Wristbands can help reunite lost children with parents

The wristbands are provided by Southend BID and are available from some outlets along the seafront and High Street, including the Pier reception and the foreshore office, which is near the fountains on City Beach.

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Last chance to apply for £150 council tax rebate

Southend-on-Sea residents have until Friday 30 September to apply for a £150 council tax energy rebate to help with the cost of rising energy bills.

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The LaunchPad is nearing completion

The Launchpad sits at the entrance to Airport Business Park Southend (ABPS), and will champion real innovation in the area for start-ups and SME's

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Cabinet to discuss 2029 City of Culture bid

Cabinet will discuss carrying out further research and engagement with local people and businesses to find out local views on Southend-on-Sea making a City of Culture bid for 2029.

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New Chief Executive approved by Full Council

Full Council has approved the appointment of Rob Polkinghorne as the council’s new Chief Executive

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International artists headlining Southend City festival

A brand new music festival to take place in a hangar at London Southend Airport on 2-4 September.

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Warning issued over disposable barbecues

Residents and visitors are being asked not to bring disposable barbecues to Southend's beaches, parks and open spaces

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‘The Tram Drivers’ Retreat’ wows at RHS Hampton Court

Southend-on-Sea’s allotment at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Festival is wowing festivalgoers

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Full day of cultural fun as part of the Queen’s Baton Relay this week

Residents and visitors are invited to join in a full day of free events on Friday

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Census shows how the population of Southend is changing

First results from the 2021 national census have been published and show an extra 7,000 people live in Southend-on-Sea compared to ten years ago.

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Better support at home for patients leaving hospital

A new scheme to help patients leave hospital sooner with better support at home has been launched.

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Consultation for special educational needs and disabilities strategy

A consultation has launched asking for feedback on a draft strategy for services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

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