UK's 'poorest' seaside village gets £20m boost in drastic bid to change it forever

Cătălin Roșioru

Repeatedly touted as one of Britain's 'most deprived' areas, this 'neglected' seaside resort is slated for major renovation. Jaywick Sands is a small village on the Essex Sunshine Coast, situated southwest of Clacton-on-Sea. Originally built in the 1930s as a holiday destination for Londoners wanting relief from the Big Smoke, the settlement boasts miles of sandy beaches. In theory, it is a great place to relax and unwind, escaping the hustle and bustle of the city. But, over recent years,