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Man jailed for vehicle interference in Chantry

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A 46-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 weeks in prison for vehicle interference and related offences in Ipswich.

The crimes took place in the Chantry area in August 2024.

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Dennington was sentenced to 12 weeks in prison at Ipswich Magistrates CourtOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

The big picture: David Dennington, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to multiple charges at Ipswich Magistrates Court on Wednesday 11 September, including:

  • One count of vehicle interference

  • Two counts of fraud

  • Two counts of handling stolen goods

Sentencing: Dennington was sentenced to 12 weeks in prison and ordered to pay £626.14 in compensation.

What they're saying: Suffolk Police are using this opportunity to remind residents about vehicle security:

  • Ensure vehicles are locked when unattended.

  • Remove all valuable items from view inside the vehicle.

The bottom line: Vehicle owners can find more information on preventing theft from vehicles at www.suffolk.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/

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Where have the boats gone? Ipswich Marina empties ahead of contentious £2m upgrade

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Dozens of boats are disappearing from their long-term berths at Ipswich Marina as owners scramble to find new moorings within a two-week deadline. The relocations come as Associated British Ports (ABP) prepares to begin a £2m upgrade of the northern side pontoons.

Why it matters: The exodus of 39 vessels marks a significant change for the waterfront landscape, temporarily altering the character of one of Ipswich's most distinctive areas.

The big picture: ABP says the existing pontoons on the northern side have reached the end of their "usable life", necessitating urgent relocations ahead of the winter period. The company plans to create new pontoons in front of Coprolite Street and the main university building.

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The exodus of boats makes for strange viewing at the waterfrontOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

By the numbers:

  • 39 boats need to relocate

  • £2m investment approved by ABP's board

  • 2 weeks given for vessels to move

  • 11 years some boat owners have been moored at the marina

What's happening: While some vessels will move to the opposite side of the wet dock, others may leave Ipswich entirely as the marina's established community faces disruption during the redevelopment.

Behind the scenes: The revised plans, submitted in July, followed compromises ABP says it made with boat owners. The company is now awaiting approval from Ipswich Borough Council, with a decision expected by the end of the year.

What they're saying: ABP's divisional port manager Paul Ager describes the £2m investment as a "strong vote of confidence" in the marina's future. The company says it has received "strong support" for upgrading the berthing facilities.

The bottom line: While the marina temporarily loses its familiar flotilla of vessels, ABP maintains the disruption is necessary for essential safety upgrades. The development marks the latest chapter in the ongoing transformation of Ipswich's waterfront.

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