southend-on-sea

Huge issue of fly-tipping, dog fouling & littering in Southend: Council launches new EnviroCrime team

A dedicated new enforcement team is being launched in new attempts to clamp down on environmental crime across the city,…

8 months ago

Opening date of new B&M store at Southend’s Victoria Shopping Centre

B&M, one of the UK’s most popular discount retailers, is preparing for the grand opening of its brand-new store at…

8 months ago

Two men jailed after police crackdown on drugs in Southend

A major police operation aimed at tackling gang-related crime in Southend has led to two men being sentenced to more…

8 months ago

Southend council cracks down on motorists dodging fines with new ‘Drive Away’ penalty system

Motorists in Southend-on-Sea who try to escape parking fines by driving off before a ticket is issued will now face…

8 months ago

Nominate a Southend hero who should win VIP tickets to Lazydays Festival!

Southend City Day is a celebration of the city's rich heritage, vibrant culture, and incredible community spirit! To mark the…

8 months ago

Dispersal order issued for all of Southend to prevent car cruise

Essex Police have put a dispersal order in place across Southend this weekend in a bid to prevent anti-social behaviour…

8 months ago

easyJet continues to expand routes from Southend Airport… with more to come

Southend Airport is bouncing back in a big way following the challenges during the pandemic, and easyJet is at the…

8 months ago

New volunteers begin lifesaving training at Southend RNLI

The Southend-on-Sea RNLI lifeboat station has welcomed eight new recruits who have embarked on their journey to becoming fully trained…

8 months ago

More easyJet routes from Southend Airport revealed: full flight times and destinations

London Southend Airport will have even more exciting routes on offer, with easyJet announcing three new destinations this morning, that…

8 months ago

Medical negligence firm investigates claims against Southend Hospital gynaecologist

A medical negligence law firm has announced it is representing patients concerned about the actions of Consultant Gynaecologist Dr Ali…

8 months ago

Southend Shakedown 2025: Everything you need to know

After years of uncertainty, the iconic seafront motorcycle event will return in 2025, thanks to an events funding boost from…

8 months ago

Southend council tax to rise by 4.99%, as budget that ‘invests in services’ is approved

Southend city council has approved its budget for 2025/26, which is said to unlock crucial funding for frontline services, infrastructure…

8 months ago

Westcliff nursing home helps residents feel joy with personalised dementia care

For Mental Health Nurses’ Day (21 February), the dedicated team at Clifton Lodge, a specialist nursing home in Westcliff, has…

8 months ago

Southchurch Hall secures £400k funding for urgent repairs and future generations

Southchurch Hall, a rare and much-loved medieval manor house in Southend-on-Sea, has been awarded £423,105 from the Museum Estate and…

8 months ago

Southend MPs respond to concerns over gynaecologist doctor’s past misconduct

Southend’s two MPs, David Burton-Sampson and Bayo Alba, have spoken out following growing public concern over Dr Ali Shokouh-Amiri, a…

8 months ago