The challenge encouraged children to keep reading over the school holidays, helping to build confidence, spark imagination and discover the joy of reading through books, comics, poetry, graphic novels ...

This explains how the council will help keep food for human consumption - and animal feed - safe and protect public health across the seaside city. The Feed and Food Control Service Plan for 2026-27 ...

Our waste management and recycling contractor SUEZ UK has revealed the scale of the cost, damage and disruption caused by the ten items causing the biggest problems to Britain’s waste system. The list ...

Following the incident on 6 October 2024, the Council formally notified the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) on 8 October 2024 and subsequently engaged with ORR throughout the investigation process. An ...

The launch event marks an exciting new chapter for family support in Southend, with Family Centres having evolved into Best Start Family Hubs. The hubs bring together early years services, family ...

From pumpkin patches and spooky Halloween celebrations to jazz festivals, fireworks and fascinating heritage experiences, our city is packed with events for families, couples, friends and visitors ...

The Council is progressing several projects across Southend, including new affordable homes at Eagle Way and Lundy Close, its first Passivhaus developments, the acquisition of former council homes, ...

Marking a major milestone in safeguarding the future of one of the city's most important historic and economic assets. The £21.8 million project will modernise port infrastructure, helping to secure ...

Officers described this as one of the worst cases of animal neglect and appalling living conditions they have encountered in more than 30 years of service. On 1 September 2026, Basildon Magistrates' ...