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Two-child limit affects 1,470 Ipswich families as policy explained

New figures show that more than 5,000 children across Ipswich and Central Suffolk and North Ipswich are living in households affected by the two-child limit, as charities call for the Government to scrap the controversial benefit policy.

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Council introduces new policy to tackle unacceptable behaviour

Ipswich Borough Council is set to adopt a three-stage policy to manage unacceptable behaviour from members of the public, following recommendations from housing and local government ombudsmen.

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Local photographer encourages viewers to 'simply look up'

An exhibition combining fine art photography with dance imagery aims to help visitors appreciate overlooked moments and slow down their busy lives.

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Westerfield Road closure sparks concerns over “ridiculous” diversion

A section of Westerfield Road near the railway crossing will be closed from 20 August for highway improvement works, with residents facing a controversial diversion route that locals have described as “ridiculous”.

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Free fashion and music show to transform Cornhill tomorrow afternoon

The Style Edit, organised by Threads for All with support from Ipswich Central, will showcase local retailers alongside live entertainment as part of the town centre's summer programming.

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NHS issues urgent plea for rare B negative blood donors in East

Hundreds of B negative donors across the East of England are being called on to donate immediately as NHS warns supplies of this rare blood type risk running low.

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Fundraiser to support families of two Ipswich men who died in Portugal smashes target

A fundraising campaign to support the families of two “gentle, kind-hearted souls“ from Ipswich who died during a holiday in Portugal has smashed past its £20,000 target.

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The great chocolate heist: Two men jailed for attempting to steal £3,000 of chocolate and coffee

Remus Durac and Virgil Gocea received prison sentences after trying to steal chocolate and coffee worth more than £3,000 from a Warren Heath supermarket in Ipswich.

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‘Forever chemicals’ ban targets older fire extinguishers in Suffolk

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is urging responsible persons in non-domestic and higher-risk residential buildings to review their firefighting equipment following legislation that came into effect on 4 July 2025.

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Suffolk radar commemoration event at BT Adastral Park just four weeks away

Tickets are still available for a special event marking the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII and celebrating Suffolk's pioneering role in radar development, taking place on 15 August.

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Behind the scenes at DanceEast – Ipswich’s national dance house

Unpacking the purpose-built space, unseen work and everyday welcome behind the nationally-acclaimed dance house on Ipswich’s waterfront.

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How to access free smoking, weight and active lifestyle support in Ipswich

Residents can get help stopping smoking, managing weight and becoming more active through Feel Good Suffolk's website, phone line or local walking groups.