Harp, a charity which supports homeless and vulnerable people across the city, has confirmed it is leasing 104-106 High Street Southend. This comes after reports circulated on social media that the site had a new occupant. The charity is currently using the space as an office to replace its old offices in Dencora Court.
Harp is also continuing to explore their options for the rest of the building, but have confirmed the High Street space won't be used for accommodation. Matt Dent, Labour councillor responsible for business, culture, and tourism, said: “I always would rather see a unit filled, than sitting there vacant. “Harp does a lot of good work in the city and help a lot of people.
“I think this unit could be extremely beneficial, not just for those who are homeless, but for the entire city.” Harp provides housing, advice and support to more than 1,000 people each year who either are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of losing their homes. They help them lay the foundations to rebuild their lives and end the need for rough sleeping for good.
Harp has five charity shops across the borough of Southend; they are located on Hamlet Court Road, The Broadway Leigh, Broadway West, Southchurch Road, and Thames Drive. A spokesman for Harp said: “We can confirm that HARP is leasing the old Trespass building. “We will be using it as office space to replace our old offices in Dencora Court and we are currently looking at options for the rest of the building.
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