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Southend Pier’s railway train service will be back in operation ahead of schedule following essential maintenance work that was expected to last until 4 April.

Southend-on-Sea City Council is urging residents to reapply for postal voting before the 31 January 2026 expiry date, following changes requiring renewal every three years.

Southend-on-Sea City Council and Essex Police are taking action following dangerous driving at a seafront car meet on Saturday 22 March.

The 115-year-old ramp linking Chalkwell Station to the beach will close imminently due to safety concerns. Following new inspections, the council and Network Rail have determined that maintaining the aging structure is no longer viable. Plans are underway for demolition, interim access, and a future permanent replacement.

NHS Mid and South Essex welcomes the new GP pay deal and switch to total triage.

Southend-on-Sea City Council, alongside six other councils, has delivered a new full fibre network, bringing faster, more reliable internet to public services, businesses, and residents across South Essex.

Essential maintenance work on Southend Pier’s railway trains will take place from Monday 10 March to Friday 5 April, ensuring a smooth and reliable service for the busy summer season.

A new initiative is being launched in Southend to tackle environmental crime across the city. The newly established EnviroCrime unit will focus on combating fly-tipping, dog fouling, and littering, as well as other environmental offences.

Parking charges are always a hot topic in the city, and as an administration, we have listened to public feedback…

Southchurch Hall, a rare and cherished Grade I listed medieval manor house, has been awarded £423,105 from the Museum Estate and Development Fund (MEND).