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Shrimpers' youngsters top the table after big away victory
SOUTHEND United's under 18 side moved to the top of the National League U19 Alliance Division A table with a 4-0 win away to Dagenham & Redbridge. Nikolay Zlatev grabbed a hat-trick with two goals in the first ten minutes and another early in the
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Rescued seal is flown into Southend Airport for lifesaving treatment in south Essex
A YOUNG grey seal pup has become South Essex Wildlife Hospital’s first ever animal to be flown in after arriving on a private jet at Southend Airport. Found in a weak and underweight state, Rocky faced a bleak outlook until a community of animal
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Bishop 'sorry for hurt and harm caused' as former Canvey vicar is struck off for life
THE Bishop of Chelmsford has apologised for the “profound hurt and harm David Tudor’s behaviour has caused” - and welcomed the decision to remove him from office. David Tudor, Rector of Canvey in Chelmsford diocese, has been struck off for life
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Southend's Waspi women disappointed at budget 'snub' as hundreds march to Westminster
Hundreds of furious women fighting for compensation following devastating changes to state pensions protested outside Westminster as the budget speech was given. Women from across south Essex, who are part of the Women Against State Pension Inequality
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Shrimpers defender Taylor eyes 'free hit' against Charlton
SOUTHEND United defender Harry Taylor says the Shrimpers face a free-hit against Charlton Athletic this weekend. Blues host the League One Addicks at Roots Hall in the first round of the FA Cup on Saturday. And Taylor is keen to help secure
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Ex-Canvey vicar struck off for life after church probe into 'sexual abuse' claims
A VICAR suspended from his post for five years has been struck off for life following a Church of England investigation into historic “sexual abuse” allegations. The Rev Canon David Tudor, who was team rector for the Parish of Canvey, was arrested
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Basildon man arrested following reports of theft from BP garage
A Basildon man wanted in connection with an attempted burglary has been arrested following reports of theft at a BP Garage. This comes after fifteen people were arrested across Essex on Tuesday, with three arrested in Basildon, two on suspicion
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Shrimpers given green-light to increase capacity at Roots Hall
SOUTHEND United have received the go-ahead to re-open the north-west corner of Roots Hall. The Shrimpers had originally been working towards using the previously unsafe area of the ground from Boxing Day onwards. But, after drawing Charlton
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Shrimpers legend Powell 'humbled' to receive MBE
SOUTHEND United legend Chris Powell said he was 'humbled' to receive his MBE. Powell was honoured for services to football by the Princess Royal after a ceremony at Windsor Castle. And the former Shrimpers defender was incredibly grateful to
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Martin Lewis responds to Rachel Reeves' budget and 'very big' tax rises
Martin Lewis has responded to Rachel Reeves' autumn budget. In a historic speech, the chancellor said "the country voted for change" on the 4 July general election. Labour was given a mandate "to restore stability to our country and to begin a
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Price of a pint in the pub to drop as draught duty on alcoholic drinks cut
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that the price of a pint will drop by 1p following a fall in the draught duty. It comes as the Labour government announced their first budget in 15 years with their last in 2010 under Gordon Brown. Taking
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Businesses considering lay-offs in response to National Minimum Wage hike
Businesses fear that increases to the National Minimum Wage and an increase in employer National Insurance contributions may be the final nails in the coffin for struggling firms. "The UK’s minimum wage is up 37% since 21/22," says Rachel Watkyn
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Chancellor reveals Inheritance Tax changes in Budget - how will you be affected?
Rachel Reeves has announced a number of changes to the Inheritance Tax system during her first Budget as Chancellor. Announcing Labour's first Budget for 14 years, Ms Reeves, the country's first female Chancellor, confirmed changes to inheritance
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DWP to get direct access to bank accounts under new powers, Chancellor reveals
The Chancellor has announced new measures to tackle benefit fraud in her Budget, including giving the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) direct access to bank accounts. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will crack down on fraud in the UK’s
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year
Fuel Duty will not rise next year, after Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced she would maintain the freeze on the tax. Fuel Duty is tax that affects anyone looking to purchase fuel for their car as well as people wanting to heat their home.
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Spooky sights as runners unite to take on Halloween-themed 10k in Leigh
On Sunday night, the streets of Leigh were filled with spooky sights as runners donned their Halloween best for the fifteenth annual Leigh-on-Sea 10k. The event, hosted after dark, wound through the scenic Two Tree Island, historic Old Leigh, and
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Three rushed to hospital after Chalkwell crash which saw air ambulance response
THREE people have been hospitalised following a crash in Chalkwell which saw an air ambulance landing near the scene. Multiple ambulance crews, including a rapid response vehicle, ambulance officer vehicle and air ambulance, were sent to the scene
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Dogs Trust Basildon shares vital tips for Firework season to ease dogs' anxieties
With fireworks set to light up skies across the UK, Dogs Trust Basildon has issued timely advice for pet owners to help ease their dogs' anxieties. According to the charity's research, around 45 per cent of owners reported that their dogs aren’
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British Transport Police launch appeal to find wanted man with Essex links
An appeal has been launched to find a wanted man with links to Essex after "failing to return for his police bail". The British Transport Police are searching for 33-year-old Thomas Kiely, from London. Officers say he was due to return for
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'Rocket O'clock' campaign launched to 'limit the use' of fireworks in Southend
As Bonfire Night and Diwali celebrations approach, Southend Council has announced the launch of its "Rocket O'Clock" campaign, an initiative urging residents to restrict firework use to early evening hours, ideally between 7pm and 9pm. The campaign
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Motorist asks DVLA to ban grandma from driving and prevent 'killing someone'
Last week, the AA said banning young drivers from having passengers of the same age as them in the car would reduce "needless deaths". To aid police enforcement a “G” plate should be displayed on young drivers’ cars, to highlight that they are
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Boy with special educational needs without Southend school place two months into term
THE father of an 11-year-old boy with special educational needs says his son has been "failed" as he remains without a secondary school place two months after term started. Freddy Nickless should have started at a new school in September but dad
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Driving force behind Southend breast cancer charity steps down after near decade
THE driving force behind Southend’s leading breast cancer charity dedicated to ensuring early detection saves lives has announced he is stepping down after almost a decade at the helm. Alan Kirkman is stepping down from his role as chair of trustees
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Search for firm to help 'preserve' Southend Pier as part of up to £2.7m contract
A SEARCH has been launched for a potential supplier to carry out “responsive” repairs on the iconic Southend Pier and various council-owned buildings as part of a contract worth up to £2.7million. This six-year contract with Southend Council is
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Butcher shop hailed 'staple' of south Essex town to re-open under new owners
A BUTCHER shop which has been “a staple” of the community for nearly three decades will soon re-open following an extensive refurbishment. The Chop Shop Butchery, located in St John’s Way, Corringham, will re-open in November under new owners Sue
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'First-of-its-kind' rage room for Shoebury celebrating successful first week
A NEW “rage room” is celebrating a successful first week since has throwing open its doors for customers to let off some steam in its hand-built destructible spaces. Angry Smash Limited opened its two “rage rooms” last Tuesday on Shoebury’s Towerfield
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Plans unveiled to add four floors Southend High Street building for new flats
FOUR more floors could be added to a ten-storey tower block of empty offices and flats in Southend High Street as plans have been unveiled. Plans have been submitted to Southend Council by architects ArchPL to build an additional four floors on
