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The Bridge
An exciting new business opportunity is to be launched at The Victoria Centre this Autumn.
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£2000 Southend-on-Sea Business Start-up Grant
Southend-on-Sea City Council invite local start-up businesses to apply for a £2,000 start-up grant to support with early-stage capital expenses Funded by UK government
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Southend City BID - Christmas in the City
Christmas is the BID’s biggest event of the year and planning has already started.
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Upcoming gas works, Southchurch Road, Southend-On-Sea
Major gas main replacement on Southchurch Road that will have quite an impact on traffic and local routes for around 5 months.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council recognised as Investor in Wildlife by Essex Wildlife Trust
Southend-on-Sea City Council has been announced as a Gold Member Investor in Wildlife by Essex Wildlife Trust, acknowledging their commitment to environmental conservation and wildlife protection.
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Have your say on licensing and gambling policies
Residents and businesses are invited to share opinions on the council's principles for reviewing alcohol, entertainment, late-night refreshment, and gambling licenses over the coming years.
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Business Webinars covering the PSTN Switchover
Digital Essex and Essex County Council will be hosting our first webinar for business on the digital switchover on Wednesday 17 July.
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Essex County Council launches updated Climate Action Advice Pack for Essex businesses
Essex County Council has developed an advice pack specifically for Essex businesses to help them reduce their carbon footprint.
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Employee location index 2024 – 80 best towns and cities for UK workers
Southend has just been ranked #8 best place in the UK (out of 80 towns and cities) for employees and job seekers, in new research:
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Southend BID’s national accreditation
Southend City Business Improvement District (BID) has been accredited by the national organisation British BIDS for its current term.