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Council awarded prestigious Gold Baby Friendly accreditation for supporting families – Southend-on-Sea City Council

The Council has been officially awarded UNICEF UK's Baby Friendly Gold accreditation, recognising the city's commitment to giving babies and families the best possible start in life.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

'Free.Accessible.Essential': Period products now available in Southend-on-Sea City Council venues – Southend-on-Sea City Council

Southend's new Red Relief scheme is making free period products available in 9 council-owned venues across the city, as part of a two-year trial.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Council urges residents to follow 'Rocket O'Clock' as Southend's autumn fireworks season begins – Southend-on-Sea City Council

Southend-on-Sea City Council is reminding residents to celebrate responsibly this autumn with its Rocket O’Clock campaign, which encourages safe and considerate use of fireworks.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

The final say: What lessons can Blues learn from home defeat?

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IT is tough to remain level headed in football, especially where Southend United are concerned.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Majority of Council Leaders in Essex give public backing to keeping 'local government as local as possible' – Southend-on-Sea City Council

Ten Council Leaders in Essex representing all the traditional major political parties have demonstrated their firm and joint, public support for the creation of five new unitary authorities across Greater Essex to replace the current 15 councils.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Balmoral Centre 50th Anniversary Celebration

On Saturday, 20th September 2025, the Balmoral Centre proudly celebrated 50 years of dedicated service to the community with a free, family-friendly event, supported by SAVS, ROSCA, and the Fowler Smith and Jones Charities Trust. The celebration was a heartfelt occasion, bringing together staff, volunteers, service users, families and local supporters to honour five decades ofSouthend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Southend Concert Season returns with The Chamber Ensemble of London – Southend-on-Sea City Council

Southend-on-Sea City Council is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Concert Series, running monthly from October 2025 to June 2026.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Safeguarding heads sound alarm over placement shortage for children with complex needs

Safeguarding leads are seeking government action over the shortage of placements for children with complex needs, including those who are autistic and have co-occurring mental health needs. The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has written to officials to highlight issues raised by a 2024 case review about the “vanishingly rare” provision available for young autistic people who need intensive mental health support. In a post on LinkedIn, …Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

Shrimpers boss Maher assesses strength of squad

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KEVIN Maher believes his Southend United squad is stronger than ever before ahead of this weekend’s trip to table-topping Rochdale.Southend-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea Read Article

WWII veteran celebrates unforgettable 100th birthday

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The high street card retailer, cardfactory, has helped make a WWII veteran’s 100th birthday unforgettable – supporting the Royal Naval Association’s appeal to celebrate the milestone of Southend-on-Sea’s very own hero, Dougie Shelley.World War II · Southend-on-Sea Read Article