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Jack Abbott has launched a scathing attack on Suffolk County Council, accusing the authority of making "little progress" on the Northern Bypass despite a cross-party vote supporting the project five months ago and robust backing from ten of the county's biggest employers.
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Opposition councillors have raised fears that the Conservative-led county council will attempt to use local government reform as an excuse to avoid facing voters in May 2026, warning "democracy delayed is democracy denied".
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Babergh councillors have unanimously approved plans for a new £31m M&S store at the former Toys R Us site at the Copdock Interchange, with one councillor describing it as a "no-brainer".
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Applications to join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service have surged by 32% compared to last year, with female representation among successful candidates rising 38% as the service works to address cultural concerns identified by inspectors.
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Suffolk Community Libraries is running 19 free Blank Page creative workshops across nine libraries from 22 December to 2 January, offering young people the chance to learn typography, mosaic art, illustration and upcycling skills.
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His Majesty The King has appointed Mark Pendlington as the new Lord-Lieutenant of Suffolk, succeeding Clare, Countess of Euston, who will retire on 15 April 2026 after distinguished service to the county.
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Suffolk's district and borough councils have formally complained to the county council's monitoring officer over claims it breached publicity rules with its One Suffolk campaign, following a similar complaint made to the Government in November.
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Anton Dixon, who grew up in Ipswich dreaming of a local school basketball league, has made that vision a reality, creating a platform where students can compete, belong and access the same opportunities that changed his own life.
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As resident doctors walk out for five days from today, the industrial action has sparked heated debate, with some calling it "blackmail" whilst others defend their right to fair wages during what health officials say is the busiest winter period.
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Bellway will remove temporary traffic lights and fully reopen Westerfield Road from 19:00 tonight (Tuesday, 16 December), ending a combination of full and partial closures that have been in place since late August.
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Suffolk County Council has rejected proposals to adopt a rights-of-rivers approach that would have given waterways legal protections, including the right to flow freely and be free from pollution, following similar moves by Norwich City Council and other authorities.
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A group of young men who have faced exclusion, loneliness and mental health challenges are taking control of their futures by organising a fundraising gig that showcases local hip hop talent.