Alan has over 20 years of experience in Further Education, driving employer partnerships, community engagement, and regional skills development. He has expanded the college’s T Level provision, secured strong achievement rates, and supports local growth as a board member of Ipswich Central.
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Ipswich has been named on the longlist for UK City of Culture 2029, joining eight other towns and cities in the running for a title that has delivered transformational economic and cultural growth to previous winners.
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A planning application has been submitted to transform the unused first floor of the former Grimwades building on Ipswich's Cornhill into an adult education suite, with the first students expected this September.
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Ipswich has launched a major public campaign urging residents, businesses and organisations to show their support for the town's bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, with just one month until the submission deadline on 8th February 2026.
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Five days after Rachel Reeves delivered her £26 billion tax-raising Budget, Suffolk businesses remain divided on whether the Chancellor has provided the certainty they need – with most major investment decisions deferred until 2026 as firms weigh painful clarity against missing reforms.
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An adult learner who passed his GCSEs to pursue his dream of becoming a nurse was among 486 Suffolk New College students celebrating results today, as the college recorded significant improvements in pass rates.
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Around 50 youngsters from Suffolk New College worked alongside professionals at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall to create a three-course meal for over 100 guests.
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The nuclear power station developer will build a permanent Further Education college in partnership with Suffolk New College, aiming to open in September 2027.
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Suffolk New College has honoured its top-performing apprentices at an awards ceremony held at Ipswich's Chefs' Whites restaurant.
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Suffolk New College has reached a milestone in its industry partnership programme, with local financial advisory firm Becketts becoming the 100th company to join the scheme.
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Two Suffolk New College tutors have been recognised for their community work at a prestigious awards ceremony in the House of Lords, earning plaudits for initiatives ranging from arts funding awareness to supporting local charities.
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Suffolk New College has become a member of the Chartered Institution of Further Education, the voice for technical and professional education in the UK.