Economic Growth Editor
Matt Stott
Matt reports on the driving forces behind our local economy, uncovering the barriers to growth and championing local businesses and entrepreneurs.
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SEN Santa sessions at Buttermarket this weekend
Santa will turn down the music and limit numbers at the Buttermarket Shopping Centre this weekend after parents asked for calmer festive events for children with special educational needs (SEN).by
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Former H&M building to be converted into ten flats and three shops
A homeware store in the former H&M building on Tavern Street is closing down after seven months, with planning documents revealing the Art Deco building is earmarked for conversion into ten flats and three commercial units.byMatt Stott
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Suffolk researchers test whether singing can treat Parkinson's 'poker face'
Researchers in Suffolk are launching what they believe is the first UK study testing whether musical-theatre-style singing can rehabilitate facial expression in Parkinson's patients – addressing a symptom that affects around 9 in 10 people but has limited treatment options.byMatt Stott
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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.byMatt Stott
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Gym manager's childhood inspires hospital toy appeal
A Martlesham gym manager who spent much of her childhood in hospital has launched a toy appeal that has collected nearly 150 Christmas gifts for young patients at Ipswich Hospital.byMatt Stott
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Lighting expert's festive display supports St Elizabeth Hospice
A 6,500-LED Christmas light show is lighting up an Ipswich home for the 12th year, with thousands of synchronised lights dancing to music while raising funds for local hospice care.byMatt Stott
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Suffolk gets £26.8m bus boost but details remain unclear
Suffolk has secured a significant funding increase for its bus network – more than doubling from £11.6 million over the past three years to £26.8 million over the next three. But the county council cannot yet guarantee service continuations, confirm fare reductions, or specify how many electric buses will be purchased.byMatt Stott
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Teen judo star targets Olympics via British Championships
A Suffolk New College student ranked first in his regional category is chasing an Olympic dream that could see him compete at Brisbane 2032, starting with this weekend's national championships.byMatt 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 firm buys vital shower covers for cancer patients
Cancer patients at Ipswich Hospital will no longer have to buy specialist covers to protect their treatment lines while showering, after a local family business donated almost £4,000 to provide them free of charge.byMatt Stott
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Where to find one-of-a-kind gifts at Ipswich vintage market
Shoppers seeking Christmas gifts with character can browse handmade jewellery, restored furniture, vintage fashion and retro collectables at The Walk's festive street market this Sunday, 14 December.byMatt Stott
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