Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather
Summer health advice is especially important during periods of hot weather, as high temperatures can affect your health and wellbeing.
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Dementia-Friendly Golf Taster Clinic Brings Joy and Connection to Southend Community
A dementia-friendly golf taster at Garon Park showcased inclusive sport, helping people with dementia build confidence, stay active and connect socially through welcoming, accessible golf sessions.
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Latest news from the Southend SEND Partnership
Stay connected with the Southend SEND Partnership!
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Proposed Government SEND Reforms and Government Consultation
The Government’s Schools White Paper, Every child achieving and thriving, was published on Monday 23 February 2026. Within it, the Government sets out its proposals for reforming SEND Systems.
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Funded early learning for 2 year olds
Eligible parents can get up to 15 hours per week (570 hours per year) funded early learning for their 2 year old child.
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Measles messaging for Parents and Carers
Measles cases are rising in North London and likely to reach Essex, Southend and Thurrock. Check your child’s records and ensure they are up to date with MMR vaccines to stay protected.
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New Autism and ADHD Right to Choose providers
New Right to Choose providers have been commissioned for Autism and ADHD assessments
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Warrior Square's breast screening unit moves to the Civic Centre to boost access and attendance
Nearly four in ten eligible women in Thurrock and Southend do not attend their vital breast screening appointments.
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SEND Early Years update - February 2026
Read about the Early Years SEND Link Advisor in Family Centres, and the Mini Talkers Speech and Language group.
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Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) update - January 2026
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme offers free holiday activities and meals for children and young people aged 5 to 16 years who get free school meals. Read the latest update here.
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Southend Therapies Offer
Two new documents have been launched outlining the Speech and Language Therapy (SALT), Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physiotherapy offer in Southend.