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Upper Orwell Street North car park to close from next week
The car park will be closed from 30 September to make way for the construction of the new Central Ipswich Free School.
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Ipswich Borough Council is the local authority for Ipswich, Suffolk.
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Colourful new bins designed by local children brighten up Ipswich libraries
Local children's artwork now adorns recycling bins outside two Ipswich libraries following a competition run by the council and Suffolk Libraries.
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Teenage stabbing reignites Ipswich knife crime strategy debate
The stabbing of a teenager in Ipswich town centre on Saturday night has reignited debate over the council's approach to tackling knife crime, just days after a heated council discussion on the issue.
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Elm House conversion gets green light from council
Ipswich Borough Council has approved plans to convert a vacant office building into residential flats. The decision was made at a Planning & Development Committee meeting on Wednesday 18th Spetember.
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Thomas Wolsey 550 project celebrates success and new funding
The Thomas Wolsey 550 project has concluded its public programme after 550 days, marking a significant milestone for Ipswich's cultural heritage. The initiative has also secured additional funding to continue its education work until March 2025.
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Ipswich Taco Bell fit-out begins at Anglia Retail Park
The interior fit-out of the new Taco Bell restaurant is underway at Anglia Retail Park in Ipswich.
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Council set to award up to £5.3m to undisclosed town centre regeneration projects
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive is set to approve grants worth up to £5.3m to revitalise empty spaces in the town centre.
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Council to consider new community engagement strategy
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive will review recommendations for a new Community Engagement Strategy on Tuesday, 10th September, aiming to improve relations with residents.
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Massive changes to how we recycle our waste are coming
Suffolk County Council is preparing for a major transformation of recycling and waste services, with £5.2m allocated to meet new statutory requirements by March 2026.
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Council to consult on new housing and homelessness strategy
Ipswich Borough Council will consider adopting a new 5-year housing strategy next week, with plans to launch a public consultation if approved.
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Ipswich residents to face new charges and reduced services as council looks to plug £23m shortfall
Ipswich Borough Council has announced a proposed Budget Delivery Plan aimed at addressing a projected £23 million shortfall over the next four years. The plan includes savings measures of up to £20 million across general and housing funds.
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Fitting out begins at new Lidl store set to create 40 jobs at Anglia Retail Park
The construction of a new Lidl supermarket set to open at Anglia Retail Park in Ipswich before Christmas, creating 40 new jobs in the town, has been completed.