Council issues advice on staying cool and hydrated to cope with future heatwaves
Southend-on-Sea City Council is reminding residents to stay cool and hydrated to cope with future heat waves and to avoid heat stress. Including a Southend Cool Spaces interactive map highlighting public cooling spots for the hot weather across the city.
Highest honour of the City bestowed on The Music Man
Southend-on-Sea City Council chamber erupted in celebratory applause last night (Thursday 20 July) as David Stanley of The Music Man Project was awarded the Freedom of the City.
New communal area and playground opens in Southend city centre
Southend shoppers and visitors to the city centre are being encouraged to make use of a new relaxing landscaped area and playground just off the high street.
As part of Plastic Free July, we are running an exciting new social media competition. Residents are encouraged to share photos of their reusable water bottle or coffee cup anywhere in the city. The top five entries, chosen by our Climate Change team, will win a goody bag.
Southend Mayor and guests attend unveiling of cliff lift commemorative plaque
The Worshipful the Mayor of Southend, Cllr Stephen Habermel, today attended the official unveiling of a commemorative plaque at Southend’s historic cliff lift.
Violence and Vulnerability Community Grant applications launched
Groups that deliver support to families with children and young adults are being encouraged to apply for the Violence and Vulnerability Community Grant.