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Neil MacDonald
Councillor Neil MacDonald, a Labour representative for St John's Ward since 2000, leads Ipswich Borough Council.
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This is youth power: How Ipswich is leading a national movement
Welcome to the first in a four-part series on Ipswich as the UK’s first Town of Youth Social Action. We'll explore what it means for the town, county, and country, and share our plans on how, as a media outlet, we are committed to giving the young people of our town a voice.by
Elouise Lavington
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Former Grimwades building set for revival under council ownership
Ipswich Borough Council has stepped in to rescue the deteriorating Grimwades building, with refurbishment work starting by the end of May.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich taxi drivers mount final stand as council greenlights 'fundamentally essential' Lloyds Avenue revamp
The Ipswich Taxis Alliance is seeking to block the newly-approved £1.4m Lloyds Avenue transformation through traffic regulation challenges, despite widespread support for the project from residents and town centre businesses.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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District and borough councils unanimously reject county's single 'mega-council' proposal
The county's five district and borough councils have rejected plans for one Suffolk-wide unitary authority, saying multiple councils would better serve local communities.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Sip'Swich: Two new pub trails launched in Ipswich town centre
Ipswich Borough Council and Ipswich Central have created historic and dog-friendly pub trails across 15 town centre venues, with stamps earning participants special prizes.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich Borough Council and opposition leaders reject Suffolk County Council's single authority plan
Suffolk Green, Liberal Democrat and Independent Group and Ipswich Borough Council leaders have publicly rejected Suffolk County Council's proposal for a single unitary authority, calling for more localised governance instead.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Taxi drivers slam Suffolk Highways U-turn on £1.4m Lloyds Avenue plan, council stands firm
Suffolk Highways has withdrawn its objections to plans to redevelop Lloyd's Avenue which will halve the number of taxi spaces, sparking fierce criticism from drivers.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Policing minister visits Ipswich to discuss town centre crime
Policing Minister Dame Diana Johnson visited Ipswich today to meet with local businesses and police about tackling retail crime and anti-social behaviour. The visit follows an invitation from Ipswich MP Jack Abbott to discuss town centre regeneration.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Performer applications open for 35th Ipswich Music Day festival
Local musicians and performers can now apply to be part of the 35th Ipswich Music Day – the UK's biggest free one-day music festival, held every year at Christchurch Park.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Henley Rise shopping parade gets £50,000 makeover
The Henley Rise shopping precinct in Ipswich has been "rejuvenated" following a £50,000 investment through government and local authority funding.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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National small business roadshow to visit Ipswich next week
A nationwide tour celebrating small businesses will make Ipswich one of its 23 stops this November, ahead of Small Business Saturday in December.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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'Fantastic news for Ipswich': Council leaders back M&S expansion plans
Local leaders have welcomed M&S's commitment to Ipswich as the retailer announces plans to maintain its town centre presence while opening a new store at Copdock. The development will support Suffolk farmers and create new jobs.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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