So, we’ve reached the eve of the royal wedding. Let me assure you from the outset this column is not going to contain any lengthy discussion of Kate Middleton’s dress, Prince William’s bald spot, or how many ethnic minorities the Duke of Edinburgh is going to offend during the ceremony (but my bet is...
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The council has dropped plans to extend sea front parking charges following complaints from residents and opposition from some senior conservative councillors. The plans to charge for parking until 9pm instead of the current 6pm would have brought in £70,000, the council claims. However,...
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Today’s Echo brings food for thought. Local UKIP chairman James Moyies announced the party will not put up any candidates where the Independents are standing. Is it some kind...
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Stop Airport Extension Now (SAEN) has been granted to the right to an oral hearing of its case against the expansion of Southend Airport. Last week, the High Court...
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The High Court has refused to hear an appeal brought by Stop Airport Extension Now (SAEN) against the Council for its decision to grant planning permission to London Southend...
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FOCUS: Southend Against The Cuts Debate
The Southend Against The Cuts (SATC) hustings was a funny old affair. Organised by the PCS Union, it was part cuts debate and part unofficial election hustings. This being so, there was no sign of the Tories, unsurprisingly. Why would a party with a...
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