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Sizewell C appoints new chief executive as project moves into full construction
Nigel Cann will become sole chief executive of the £38 billion Sizewell C nuclear power project from 1 January 2026, as Julia Pyke steps down after eight years leading the Suffolk development through its financing phase.by
Matt Stott
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UK's 'largest carbon-neutral' logistics park planned for former quarry
Plans to triple the size of a Great Blakenham logistics park into what the developer calls the UK's largest carbon-neutral hub have promised thousands of jobs but drawn warnings from residents over traffic, pollution and countryside loss.byMatt Stott
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Ipswich boutique owner appointed President of East of England Co-op in board reshuffle
Ipswich entrepreneur Mandy Errington, who runs a popular boutique in the town centre, has been appointed President of the East of England Co-op. Former mayor John Cook will become Vice-President.byMatt Stott
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Ipswich School tops Sunday Times regional rankings for decade
Ipswich School has held its position as the highest-ranked independent school in Suffolk and North Essex for the tenth consecutive year in The Sunday Times Parent Guide 2026.byMatt Stott
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Last chance for Suffolk firms to share Budget impact
Suffolk businesses have until Monday to share how they're responding to Rachel Reeves' £26 billion Budget through the Chamber's quarterly survey.byMatt Stott
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Persimmon Homes buys land for 465 new homes in Ipswich
Persimmon Homes Suffolk has completed the purchase of land at Henley Gate, marking the housebuilder's return to Ipswich after several years, with plans to deliver 465 new homes.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich Town ownership restructured at reported £350m valuation
Ipswich Town is reported to be valued at approximately £350m – a Championship record – following an ownership restructure described internally as a "reshuffling of the pack".byMatt Stott
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College and university launch charity-business platform
Suffolk New College and University of Suffolk brought together over a dozen local charities and businesses in a new event designed to build partnerships beyond traditional fundraising. Organisers plan to make it an annual Christmas fixture.byMatt Stott
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Attwells beats national rivals for apprenticeship award
Local solicitors Attwells has won the National Apprenticeship and Skills Award 2025 for SME Firms, beating national competition for its commitment to developing emerging talent.byMatt Stott
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Ipswich welcomes Ipswich: Chambers explore cross-border ties
England might be trailing Australia 1-0 in the Ashes Down Under but Ipswich hosted a friendlier encounter after Queensland's Ipswich Chamber president visited Suffolk to explore business ties.byMatt Stott
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Male suicide prevention training launched for Suffolk firms
Suffolk Mind has launched free training to teach businesses how to spot warning signs of suicide among working-age men and start conversations around mental health.byMatt Stott
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Why Suffolk must keep faith in its own economy
The national verdict on Rachel Reeves' Budget has been damning. Analysts have warned of contracting investment, stealth taxes and a squeeze on living standards since the Chancellor's fiscal statement. But those forecasts mean nothing if Suffolk businesses talk themselves into paralysis.byMatt Stott
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