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St Andrew’s Healthcare in Benfleet has pledged to strengthen its Freedom to Speak Up culture, ensuring all staff feel safe to raise concerns during National Speak Up Week. The charity has appointed new ambassadors and enhanced training to promote openness, accountability, and patient care improvements.

Southend-on-Sea has launched the UK’s first high street sensory pod at The Victoria Centre — a calming space designed to reduce stress and support inclusivity for all ages.

David Burton-Sampson MP highlights the struggles faced by families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities, launching his “See Every Need” campaign to ensure their voices shape government policy.

A Music of the World charity concert at the Raddison Park Inn on October 18 will bring together musicians and medics to raise £10,000 for prostate cancer research at Southend Hospital. Organised by local musicians Trevor Taylor and Tom Gough alongside clinical oncologist Dr Imtiaz Ahmed, the event promises a night of jazz, classical, folk, and Indian music — all in support of groundbreaking local cancer research.

The Council has been officially awarded UNICEF UK’s Baby Friendly Gold accreditation, recognising the city’s commitment to giving babies and…

The Lady McAdden Breast Cancer Trust has launched the McAdden Sanctuary in Southend, a calm and welcoming space offering emotional, practical, and holistic support for anyone affected by breast cancer.

Southend High Street is set to dazzle once again as Christmas in the City returns on Saturday 15th November 2025 for a full day of festive fun, culminating in the spectacular Christmas Lights Switch On at 6pm, followed by the fireworks finale on the seafront at 7.30pm.

Lady McAdden Breast Cancer Trust took to the pitch at Parsloes Park in Dagenham last week, raising vital awareness of male breast cancer with more than 1,000 visitors at the Leisure United facilities.

Southend City BID is launching the brand-new Southend Food and Drink Festival this autumn, a ten-day celebration of local hospitality running from 24th October – 2nd November 2025. With exclusive offers, special menus, and prizes worth over £700, festival goers can explore 18 venues across the city while enjoying a flavour-packed experience.

The Southend Seafront Fireworks 2025 season will run every Saturday night from 27 September to 15 November. Free ten-minute displays will light up the skies, visible all along Marine Parade, with the best views by City Beach.