Businesses across the Borough have been successfully applying to the Council for the Restart Grant scheme in readiness for Step 3 of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown on 17 May.
As part of Foster Care Fortnight (11-23 May), Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s Fostering Service are searching for much-needed local heroes to become foster carers.
Businesses based in Southend which have so far missed out on previous grant streams are now able to apply for grant funding.
SNAP Charity provides vital support to local families with children who have any special need or disability. The helpline is more important than ever during the pandemic ensuring that families can speak to someone to receive assistance.
Voters will see additional safety measures in place at polling stations tomorrow (Thursday 6 May).
This Victory in Europe Day in 2021, Blade Education will be launching The Bravest Pier in the World, an interactive experience that will reveal how Southend Pier was key to the success of the evacuation of Dunkirk, the protection of London, the saving of the convoys and the massive role it played in preparations for D-Day.
Up to eight roads across the borough are planned for repairs and resurfacing throughout May as the council continues with its planned winter highways works programme.
Charities, schools and local businesses are being asked to come forward and help provide a summer of fun for children and young people in Southend-on-Sea.
With lockdown restrictions having eased and a bank holiday weekend approaching, Southend-on-Sea Borough Council are urging residents and visitors to be respectful whilst having fun.
A social dispersal order has been issued in old leigh, coming into effect from 6pm on Friday 30th April and is relieved on 6pm Sunday 2nd May.
Parents and teachers of West Leigh Primary School have welcomed the introduction of an innovative scheme aimed at promoting active travel and improving air quality and safety near our schools.
A local hospice charity is looking for ’green-fingered‘ volunteers to help maintain its gardens at its children’s hospice Little Havens and its adult hospice Fair Havens.
Alison Griffin, chief executive of the council is to take up a new job as chief executive of London Councils this summer.
Southend Pier, which has welcomed 12,000 visitors since it reopened 12 April, is set for a new look and feel this summer.
Podcast launched to mark the first anniversary of Ocean Sailor Magazine, brainchild of Kraken Yachts chairman Dick Beaumont.
London Southend Airport, 23 April 2021: St Cedd’s Church are to offer Life Skills Courses starting in September for the local community. The courses are free of charge due to donations and funding by London Southend Airport.
The Council is recognising and thanking our local organisations, charities, and schools for delivering the Holiday activities and food programme (HAF) for Southend’s children and young people.
Butcher Jim's Joint has released a new cookbook with a percentage of profits going to charity.
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