Latest news
UKSPF Call 2 is now officially launched
If you choose to re-apply for another year of funding, as current providers, you should definitely mention your marvelous achievements to date and the momentum you have gathered during 2022/23.

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Best Festive Business Competition 2023
We would like your business to take part in the Southend Best Festive Business Competition 2023
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South Essex Colleges Group part of the South East Institute of technology (SEIoT) has officially opened its doors
South Essex Colleges Group part of the South East Institute of technology (SEIoT) has officially opened its doors with a grand opening celebration at Thurrock College.
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New Chief Executive approved by Full Council
Colin Ansell has been approved as the council’s new Chief Executive (Full Council, Monday 20 November).
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Safety partnership targets street drinking
Southend City BID, Essex Police and Southend Council’s Community Safety team have joined together to tackle street drinking in the city centre this November.
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Essex Chambers of Commerce
Southend on Sea City Council Economic Development Team have joined the Essex Chambers of Commerce and Industry as members!
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Evening economy provided with new support pack
Night Time Economy Information Pack issued to signpost services and support available for businesses in the city.
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New chair appointed at Southend City BID
George Bejko-Cowlbeck, co-owner of Caddies on London Road, has been appointed Chair of the Southend City Business Improvement District (BID).
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Southend Businesses Session - Bidding and Winning Public Sector Contracts 2023
Back in April we hosted a virtual event in collaboration with the Southend-on-Sea City Council Procurement Team.
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Local volunteering and social action groups supported
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a key aspect of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda. This will provide £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025.