Browsing: Articles

MP Bayo Alaba stresses the urgent need for homes to be built with proper infrastructure, warning that proposals like Bournes Green risk overwhelming Southend’s already stretched roads, healthcare, and sewage systems unless services grow alongside housing.

Southend Police have seized 58 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters since March, warning riders there will be no second chances. Officers say the crackdown aims to improve safety for pedestrians and reduce reckless riding in the city centre.

Southend is welcoming new neighbourhood police officers this summer, with guaranteed town centre patrols, £27.1m funding for Essex Police, and falling crime rates – sending a strong message that the city is a safe and thriving place to live, work, and visit.

Southend United climbed to the top of the National League table with a 2-1 away victory at Solihull Moors, thanks to a brace from Andrew Dallas against his former side.

Contract signed with Taylor Woodrow to deliver safer, greener, and more accessible streets in the Queensway area.  

Southend United were held to a 1-1 draw at Roots Hall by Hartlepool United, though the result keeps both sides unbeaten in the early stages of the National League season.

Southend United extended their unbeaten start to the season with a hard-fought 1-0 win away at Truro City, thanks to a decisive second-half goal from Sam Austin.

Southend United’s unbeaten run in the 2025/26 campaign remained intact on Tuesday evening as they were held to a 0-0 draw by York City in front of more than 8,700 supporters at Roots Hall.

Southend United made it two wins from two with a confident 2–0 victory over Tamworth at Roots Hall. Charley Kendall’s first-half header and a late strike from Gus Scott-Morriss sealed the points, keeping the Shrimpers top of the early National League table.

Southend United’s newest signing, forward Harry Short, has made a strong start to life at Roots Hall after impressing in his first competitive outing for the Blues.