On Saturday 17th August,  Southend Carnival took place along the streets of the town. Sir David, along with James Duddridge MP and Mayor John Lamb joined in with the celebrations.  

Sir David has continued his summer tour of the 9 wards in Southend West.  

Southend West is a Parliamentary constituency which is comprised of 9 wards. Sir David was delighted to spend time in Westborough Ward recently, along with a local Conservative Councillor and party activists.  

Sir David Amess MP is calling on Southend West’s small shopkeepers to enter the Best Small Shops Competition, celebrating the creativity of small shops and the central role they play in their local community. 

On Monday 22nd July, Sir David was delighted to visit a group of young people who are taking part in the National Citizen Service.  

To mark the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Essex Concert Orchestra put on a fantastic performance at Mill Hall.  

Southend West MP, Sir David Amess was delighted to attend the centenary celebrations of St Maragret’s church in Leigh-on-Sea. On Saturday 20th July, a special community festival eucharist took place, before a reunion mass was held on Sunday morning.  

Saturday 13th July saw dozens of local people join with the Southend Tamil Association as they hosted their 9th annual Sports Day. Held at Alleyn Court School between 10:00 and 17:00, the dry weather allowed all events to take place as planned.

On Friday 12th July, Sir David Amess was delighted to join with the Mayor of Southend-on-Sea in celebrating the 100th Birthday of local resident, Charles Benford.  

Westcliff High School for Girls recently presented a music festival event, entitled ‘Westival’.