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World Mental Health Day event at the Forum
A free drop-in event for World Mental Health Day will be taking place at the Forum library where visitors can speak with organisations that provide mental health support.
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Southend’s director of public health says ‘do your bit’ to support the NHS and social care this winter
Our director of public health, Krishna Ramkhelawon, says ‘do your bit’ to support the NHS and social care this winter and get your COVID-19 and flu vaccinations.
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Leader’s blog - 30 September 2022
This week Southend-on-Sea City Council leader Stephen George reflects on the national economic challenge and priorities for the City of Southend.
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Trial taskforce aims to rid travel hubs of chewing gum litter
A chewing gum ‘taskforce’ will be blitzing train stations and bus stops in and around the city, jet washing chewing gum off the floor thanks to a £20,000 grant from Keep Britain Tidy.
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Council launches website to communicate and inspire climate change action
Southend-on-Sea City Council has launched a new website to communicate and inspire climate change action.
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Barbecue ban set to cover City’s beaches to help keep people safe
Barbecues on beaches are set to be banned in Southend-on-Sea following a public consultation which saw over 50% of respondents in favour of a complete ban on seafront and foreshore areas.
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Priory Park voted local favourite in UK’s Favourite Parks 2022 awards
Priory Park has been voted as an East of England Local Favourite in the Fields in Trust UK’s Favourite Parks 2022 awards.
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National investment zones announced
Southend-on-Sea City Council has been named as one of 38 local authorities that the Government is in early discussions with regarding investment zones.
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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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Traffic calming consultations for Leigh and Thorpe Bay are open
Consultations on introducing traffic calming measures in Leigh and Thorpe Bay as part of a pilot programme are now live on Your Say Southend.