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Scammer targeting Suffolk businesses with fake council licence demands

A fraudster posing as a council worker is targeting licensed premises across Suffolk, demanding payments for supposed expired licences. Three businesses have already been targeted, with one making the payment.

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Ipswich IT firm rebrands after 27 years in business, eyes growth

Local IT provider Ipswich Computer Services, now ICS, has marked its 27th anniversary with a new brand, launched in front of 70 customers and suppliers at Ipswich Sports Club.

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Two Suffolk PR firms merge to create full-service marketing agency

Two award-winning Suffolk marketing agencies have joined forces, with Felixstowe-based Prominent PR uniting with Ipswich's Friel to create an expanded full-service marketing offering.

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Ipswich construction firm begins work on prestigious Felixstowe golf project

Ipswich-based construction firm SEH French has started work on the ambitious development at Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club that will transform one of England's oldest clubs.

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'It could be so much better': Local business leaders respond to sobering Suffolk Chamber economic survey

As the Suffolk Chamber's latest survey reveals business confidence is at a two-year low, local leaders speak out about navigating through mounting tax pressures and economic uncertainty.

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'There must be no further tax hikes' as Suffolk Chamber warns of 'grim' outlook for local businesses

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce's latest economic survey shows widespread pessimism and decline among local businesses, with more than 80% expressing concerns about tax levels.

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Harwich Haven Authority appoints former Channel 4 director to board

Harwich Haven Authority has appointed Paula Carter, a former Channel 4 director and Port of London Authority vice chairman, as its newest non-executive director.

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Ipswich construction firm donates £44,000 to 26 local charities in 2024

Barnes Construction has donated an incredible £44,291 to charities across East Anglia in 2024, with staff fundraising contributing £10,000 to support causes ranging from homeless shelters to wildlife trusts.

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National veg brand VEG TABLE appoints Ipswich agency Pier

Ipswich-based communications agency Pier has been appointed to handle social media for VEG TABLE, a new vegetable dish brand stocked in Tesco stores nationwide.

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Freeport East creates 1,800 jobs in a year of growth

Freeport East has attracted £250 million in private investment and created 1,800 jobs across its development sites in 2024, with international firms from Australia, Turkey and Germany choosing to invest in our region.

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Frank Bruno headlines 'invaluable' Ipswich business networking event attended by 200

Boxing legend Frank Bruno and broadcaster Alan Brazil were the star guests at a major business networking event in Suffolk that attracted 200 local business owners.

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More than 200 women gather at Portman Road to tackle construction industry gender gap

A Christmas networking lunch has brought together more than 200 women from East Anglia's construction sector to help address the industry's gender imbalance.