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Leader's blog - 18 November 2022
This week, the leader of the council talks about the autumn statement, a domestic abuse campaign running during the World Cup and the ongoing work the council is doing to support struggling families.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council pledges support to the Essex Faith Covenant
Southend-on-Sea City Council has pledged its support to the Essex Faith Covenant (EFC).
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Adult maths and numeracy skills boost for Southend
Adults across the city of Southend who want to improve their maths and numeracy skills can now sign up for free courses and activities.
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Leader’s blog - 11 November 2022
This week the leader of Southend-on-Sea City Council discusses Armistice Day, Remembrance Sunday, fostering and the Toy Drive.
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COP27: A year of climate action for the City of Southend
With COP27 underway in Egypt (6 to 18 November), Southend-on-Sea City Council reflects on the past 12 month since appointing its first ever head of climate change.
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Youth Parliament member joins House of Commons debate
A young Southend-on-Sea politician spoke on behalf of her constituents at the House of Commons on Friday 4 November.
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Lest we forget – Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade
Southend-on-Sea’s annual Remembrance Sunday commemoration service will take place on Sunday 13 November at the Cenotaph on Clifftown Parade.
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Elves are ready to ‘sleigh’ it for the annual Toy Drive
It’s that time of year again - we are bringing the ninth annual Toy Drive to Southend this Christmas, with the aim of ensuring all of Southend’s vulnerable children and young people receive a gift.
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Leader’s blog - 4 November 2022
This week the leader talks about the reports due to be discussed at cabinet next week, including our budget, a possible move of Civic offices and changes to the way South Essex Homes bills for energy.
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New exhibition at Southend Central Museum celebrates EKCO: 100 Years of Design and Innovation in Southend
An exciting new exhibition recording the development and history of EKCO, is set to open this month at Southend Central Museum. A global brand and once one of the largest employers in Southend, EKCO had a huge impact on local people and the development of Southend, and even contributed to Britain’s success in World War Two.