Southend to become city in honour of murdered MP Sir David AmessOctober 20, 2021Southend will become a city in honour of Sir David Amess – the MP who had been a long-time committed campaigner for the coastal town.
What city status means for SouthendOctober 20, 2021City status is mainly seen as an opportunity to boost the local economy and attract more tourists and investment.
Big gap in life expectancy in BlackpoolOctober 20, 2021A new study has found Blackpool has some of the worst life expectancy rates in England and figures have also declined.
Holiday home premium set to doubleOctober 20, 2021Decision makers on Anglesey are set to increase the premium charged on holiday homes despite owners threatening to exploit a tax “loophole”.
Call to apply for coastal fundingOctober 20, 2021Gordon MP Richard Thomson has urged coastal communities to take apply for funding made available by the Scottish Government.
MP has ‘appreciation’ for fishermenOctober 20, 2021Totnes and South Devon MP Anthony Mangnall says he has a new-found appreciation for fishermen after experiencing work on a Brixham trawler.
Town prepares for ‘tidal surge’October 20, 2021The east coast town of Lowestoft is set to test its flood defences ahead of a potential winter “tidal surge”.
Have your say on flood defence planOctober 20, 2021Residents are invited to give their views on plans to improve coastal defences and the promenade in Penrhyn Bay.
Fight to stem coastal flood tideOctober 20, 2021MP Mark Menzies emphasised the importance of tackling inland flooding as he welcomed Defra minister Rebecca Pow to the Fylde coast.
Coast is inspiration for artistsOctober 20, 2021A group of artists inspired by the coastal landscape of Cornwall are showing their work at an Oxfordshire gallery.