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Southend in 60 Seconds
Cllr Daniel Cowan is back, and so is Southend in 60 seconds! In this edition, the Leader congratulates Southend United for their cup win at Wembley and updates us all on the political landscape of Southend following the local elections earlier this month.

Our Southend
A monthly newsletter with exclusive content, top stories, events and information about how residents can get involved across the Southend-on-Sea community to help build a city to be proud of.

Half term activities
We've collated a list of 15 brilliant ways to enjoy a sunny Southend this May bank holiday weekend and half term.

The Halloween Parade is back!
Southend's much‑loved Halloween Parade will return in 2026 for its sixth year, and for the first time ever it will take place on Halloween night itself - Saturday 31 October.

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Latest news
New appointments to Southend's Joint Administration for 2026/27
A Joint Administration will continue to lead Southend-on-Sea City Council after being voted in at Full Council (Monday 18 May).
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Southend’s first ever Business Show set to boost local growth and opportunity this September
Southend Council is launching the city’s first-ever Southend Business Show 2026 this September.
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Council cracks down on criminal landlord as unsafe Southend property prosecution leads to £25,000 fine
Southend Council has successfully prosecuted a landlord for renting out an unsafe property, reinforcing its commitment to protecting residents and raising housing standards across the city.
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Southend launches first natural flood scheme to protect homes and communities
Southend-on-Sea’s first-ever natural flood management scheme has been installed in Belfairs Woods, helping to better protect local homes, roads and businesses from flooding.
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