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Revealed: New image shows how Southend city centre could be transformed with hundreds of homes

Sunday, 8 November, 2026 News Editor 0

A new image reveals how Southend’s Better Queensway regeneration could transform the city centre, with hundreds of homes proposed, a potential £330m construction programme and major changes to existing sites.

What happened to Southend’s old Prudential building and why is it still unfinished?

Monday, 26 October, 2026 News Editor 0

Southend’s former Prudential building remains unfinished after a planning inspector rejected an extension for its conversion into 119 flats. The Elmer Approach landmark is also on the council’s Dirty Dozen list.

Southend’s iconic Kursaal moves closer to grand revival with £540,000 funding boost

Sunday, 18 October, 2026 News Editor 0

Southend’s iconic Kursaal has secured £540,000 from Historic England to restore its famous dome, repair the historic building and support plans to reopen as a family entertainment destination.

Southend’s Queensway footbridge demolished amid safety concerns & regeneration debate

Sunday, 11 January, 2026 News Editor 0

The footbridge over the busy Queensway road in Southend has now been removed, marking a major and symbolic milestone in the long-planned ‘Better Queensway’ redevelopment […]

Car park closure marks start of £575million ‘Better Queensway’ project

Sunday, 28 September, 2025 News Editor 0

One of Southend’s busiest car parks has been closed and fenced off as work begins on the city’s £575 million Better Queensway regeneration project. The […]

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