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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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Candidates brand 'appalling' mayoral election delay a 'sorry mess' as Labour defends decision
The government has postponed "fast-tracked" elections for a new Suffolk and Norfolk mayor for two years, prompting fury from candidates who have branded the decision "appalling" and a "sorry mess".by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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The Baths to become creative powerhouse with £1.92m transformation
A £1.92m investment will breathe new life into The Baths, creating a Creative Digital Skills Lab designed to connect and inspire Ipswich's next generation of creative talent with training, facilities and job opportunities on their doorstep.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Regent Theatre transformation provides perfect launchpad for town's City of Culture bid
As Ipswich Town chairman Mark Ashton urged the town to "celebrate all the amazing things happening" at Friday's City of Culture launch, the Regent Theatre provided the perfect evidence. The £3.45 million transformation of this 96-year-old landmark proves Ipswich is serious about culture – and ready to show the rest of the UK what it's been missing.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Repair work begins on 15th century St Lawrence Church in Ipswich
St Lawrence Church on Dial Lane will undergo restoration work to repair stonework and flint on its exterior after concerns that parts of the Grade II* listed building were at risk of falling onto the public below.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Griff Rhys Jones to launch Ipswich waterfront AR experience next week
Actor and heritage enthusiast Griff Rhys Jones will visit Ipswich on Tuesday, 4 November at 14:00 to celebrate the opening of Stoke Bridge Wharf and launch 'Dock Stories', an augmented reality trail revealing the voices and characters behind one of England's most historic ports.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Window to the world opens in Ipswich as Portal goes live
A live video sculpture connecting Ipswich's Cornhill to cities across the world has been switched on today, making the town the first location in the UK to join the global Portal network.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Residents asked if Ipswich needs new town or parish council
As Suffolk prepares for sweeping local government changes, Ipswich Borough Council is seeking public views on how the town can maintain its civic identity and ensure residents have hyper-local representation when unitary authorities replace existing councils in 2028.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Global jewellery brand Lovisa to open in historic Grimwades building
International fashion jewellery retailer Lovisa is set to open in the remaining ground floor unit of the Grimwades building, creating seven jobs and bringing the final piece of the regeneration project into place.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Council approves budget for £19.7m Portman Road car park
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive has approved a £19.7m budget for a new 718-space multi-storey car park at Portman Road, marking the first phase of an ambitious infrastructure project that could enable a future Aquatics Centre and possible football stadium expansion.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Council approves Ipswich taxi fare rise
Ipswich Borough Council has approved a 2.55% increase in hackney carriage fares, bringing the cost of a two-mile daytime journey to £8.00 from November.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Police seize £500,000 of cocaine and weapons including ninja swords in Gipping and Westgate wards crackdown
A new policing strategy that has brought together 28 local partner organisations has seized approximately £500,000 worth of cocaine and weapons, including ninja swords and crossbows, in the Gipping and Westgate wards of Ipswich since March.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Labour's Pride in Place programme awards Ipswich a fraction given to other nearby towns
Ipswich Borough Council will receive £1.5 million over two years to improve public spaces under the government's new Pride in Place programme, significantly less than the up to £20 million being allocated to five other Suffolk and Norfolk towns over the next decade and just 0.03% of the total funding.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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