Southend-on-Sea City Council21 hrs agoPlan to ban face coverings 'would be unenforceable'Southend-on-Sea City Council is set to reject a proposal to ban ski masks and balaclavas.21 hrs ago2 days agoMore than 3,000 complaints about noise in cityA Freedom of Information request also reveals just 86 complaints led to enforcement notices.2 days ago5 days agoCouncillor charged with imprisonment and neglectBernard Arscott is listed as a Tory town councillor, but the party says he is no longer a member.5 days ago8 days agoTwo men arrested after attempted raid at jewellersPolice say "substantial damage" was caused to a jewellery shop and two men remain in custody.8 days ago5 Feb 2026Councillor criticises £7,000 duck road signA councillor says he has never seen a duck in the area so the sign was "ridiculous".5 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Uber is 'not banned' in seaside city, says councilUber has dropped plans to operate in Southend after only being granted a licence in December.4 Feb 202614 Jan 2026Thurrock to request elections are droppedThe Labour-run council will ask government to cancel this year's elections so it can focus on LGR.14 Jan 202613 Jan 2026'Southend will be having elections in May'All councillors back this May's elections going ahead despite suggestions they should be cancelled.13 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Southend tax rise will fund services, says councilThe Labour leader says he wants people to "feel the benefit" of increased spending on services.9 Jan 2026...
