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Ipswich MP warns of crisis in grassroots music venues
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has raised concerns about the future of local music venues during a Westminster debate, revealing that two grassroots venues are closing every week across the country.
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Suffolk New College receives £50,000 boost for student facilities
Ipswich Borough Council has provided a £50,000 funding boost to Suffolk New College to create new computer facilities and learning spaces, including specialist equipment for games design students.
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Ipswich Mayor to launch annual Poppy Appeal this Saturday
The Royal British Legion's annual Poppy Appeal kicks off in Ipswich this Saturday, 26 October, with a special launch event outside the Town Hall.
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New Wolsey Theatre supports 5,000 people through community programme
Over 5,000 local residents have benefited from the New Wolsey Theatre's Creative Communities Programme this year as the venue announces its new season.
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Modular homes give fresh start to Ipswich homeless
In its first year of operation, a modular housing project in Ipswich has helped people move from homelessness into employment and private housing.
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Special education system faces £4.6bn deficit as Ipswich MP warns of 'desperate' situation
A damning report has revealed England's special educational needs system is "financially unsustainable" and failing to deliver better outcomes for children, as Ipswich's MP warns local families have "utterly lost faith" in the service.
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Suffolk sees drop in religious hate crime as national figures hit record high
While religious hate crimes have more than quadrupled across England and Wales over the past decade, Suffolk recorded just 25 incidents last year – down from 32 the previous year.
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Small Business Spotlight: Threads for All
While many retailers have retreated from town centres, Threads for All is bucking the trend. The Ipswich store combines affordable style with local craftsmanship, challenging perceptions about independent fashion with unique pieces at high street prices.
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Holywells Park reopens following 'police incident' this morning
Holywells Park has reopened after being temporarily closed due to a 'police incident', Ipswich Borough Council has confirmed.
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Holywells Park closes suddenly with no explanation
One of Ipswich's most popular parks has been closed to the public without warning or explanation. Ipswich Borough Council announced the closure of Holywells Park on Thursday morning.
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Free tickets to screening of new film Layla available now
Ipswich moviegoers can watch an exclusive preview of the new British film Layla for free at two local cinemas next month as part of a nationwide cinema initiative.
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Public scrutiny meeting to examine Suffolk Police powers
Residents are invited to share their views on Suffolk Police's use of powers at a public scrutiny meeting at Suffolk One College on 27 November.