Testing urged before return to school
Southend’s Director of Public Health is encouraging parents and carers to get their children tested to support the safe return
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Southend seafront car parks to reopen from March 29
Following the Government’s announcement of its roadmap out of lockdown, Southend Council plans to reopen all Southend seafront car parks
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Free parking after 6pm set to stay as part of amendments to Southend parking proposals
Southend Council’s cabinet has agreed changes to draft parking charge proposals that were announced in January. At its meeting on
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Gritting teams at the ready in Southend as amber snow warning issued
Southend Council and its contractors Veolia are ready for the cold weather and snow that is forecast for this weekend.
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Rapid test sites now available without an appointment in Southend
The three rapid testing sites in Southend, for people without coronavirus symptoms, are now available without an appointment. People can
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Two hours free parking for visitors to Cliffs Pavilion COVID vaccination centre
Two hours free parking will be in place for people attending the NHS vaccination centre at the Cliffs Pavilion, Southend,
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Southend councillors condemn controversial government COVID advertisement
Southend councillors have spoken of their relief after a controversial Government coronavirus advertisement “portraying an outdated representation of women” was
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Scheme launched to help Southend homeowners save money on energy
Homeowners in Southend may be able to take advantage of funding to make homes warmer and energy bills cheaper this
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Southend Council leaders criticised for sending “mixed messages” during pandemic
“Mixed messaging” from council bosses has been slammed by the opposition who fear it is adding to confusion around Southend
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Southend Pier still a major attraction despite 2020 closures
Visitor numbers to the world’s longest pleasure pier in 2020 topped some of 2019’s figures, despite various restrictions in place
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