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Police seize car in Ipswich after driver found without insurance
An uninsured driver in Ipswich had their car seized today after initially being stopped by police for parking issues.
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Police go litter picking amid 'intensified action' against county lines drug gangs
Ipswich Police launched a joint-litter picking mission with Ipswich Borough Council in Gippeswyk Park today, leaving some to wonder if this is the best use of resources in the fight against serious crime.
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Police warn of dangers and prosecutions as 'urban exploring' rises in Ipswich
Over 70 reports of young people trespassing in derelict buildings and on rooftops have been made to Ipswich Police since January. Officers are now issuing warnings and considering prosecutions for repeat offenders.
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Residents warned of living allowance text scam
Multiple residents have reported receiving fraudulent text messages claiming to offer a "living allowance" from the UK Government. Local authorities are urging caution as these messages are part of a scam.
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Council awards £150,000 contract for new customer service system
Ipswich Borough Council has awarded a £150,495 contract to Granicus for a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. The three-year deal aims to improve customer service and streamline processes across council services.
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BME communities come together for Black History Month event focused on 'reclaiming narratives'
Over 60 people from all communities gathered in Ipswich last Saturday for a Black History Month celebration. The event, organised by the BME Suffolk Support Group, featured educational workshops, quizzes, poetry, and Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
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Ipswich water recycling centre filters out 91 tonnes of 'unflushables' per year
Anglian Water reports that its Cliff Quay water recycling centre in Ipswich removed 91 tonnes of improperly disposed items from sewers last year, equivalent to nearly one blue whale in weight.
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Anger and amusement over 'joke' exterior work on Wherstead Road property
A property on Wherstead Road has sparked a mixture of amusement and bemusement after the owner carried out exterior renovations using what appears to be a material designed only for internal work, leaving debris all over the street.
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Suffolk transport plan launched amid urgent calls for Orwell Bridge action
Suffolk County Council is seeking public feedback on its new Local Transport Plan, while business leaders demand immediate solutions for persistent Orwell Bridge disruptions.
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Ipswich police and businesses unite to tackle retail crime ahead of Safer Business Week
Suffolk police hosted a forum to address retail crime, bringing together law enforcement, businesses, and community organisations. The event showcased collaborative efforts to protect staff and combat theft.
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Suffolk joins national campaign to boost recycling rates
Suffolk Waste Partnership is participating in Recycle Week 2024, aiming to save four commonly overlooked recyclable items from ending up in rubbish bins.
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£20,000 reward offered for key information in Anita Rose murder case as police release new CCTTV footage
Crimestoppers has announced a £20,000 reward for crucial information leading to a breakthrough in the Anita Rose murder investigation in the hope the incentive will encourage people to come forward with vital details about the case.