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Southend’s highways boss to address Kent Elms safety fears
Southend’s cabinet member for highways has sought to address concerns from fellow councillors about the safety of the Kent Elms junctions and will publish a safety audit to present at a special briefing in the autumn.

Hospice Charity CEO Appointed
The Chief Executive of a charity leading on the provision of hospice care across Essex has been appointed.

Council congratulates students for excellent A-level results
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is congratulating the Borough’s students for their excellent A-level results. 

Event helps young people learn more about apprenticeships

Young people are able to find out more about apprenticeships at a special event being held by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council.

Lane closures at A127 The Bell junction

There will be a series of lane closures on the Bell Junction of the A127 during August and early September in order to carry out urgent patch resurfacing and investigate the location of underground gas pipes.

Consultation begins to improve gateway to High Street
Local residents and businesses are being asked to share their ideas about how to improve the town-centre end of London Road and the area outside Southend’s Odeon cinema.

Police appeal for witnesses after disturbance in Old Leigh
Police are appealing for witnesses after responding to reports of a fight in Old Leigh on Thursday evening. 

Man charged with attempted rape in Westcliff
A man has been charged with attempted rape atfter a woman was assualted in Milton Road, Westcliff.