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Suffolk Chamber slams Orwell Bridge closure as "bad for business"
The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce has criticised the partial closure of Orwell Bridge, calling it "reputationally embarrassing for Suffolk" and demanding action from policymakers.
Jack Abbott
Jack Abbott is the Labour MP for Ipswich. He was elected in the July 2024 general election.
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Ipswich MP calls for Ipswich transport task force and Northern Bypass revival amid fresh Orwell bridge chaos
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has called for the re-establishment of the Ipswich Transportation Task Force (ITTF) following severe disruption caused by the partial closure of Orwell Bridge.
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Ipswich MP buoyant, Suffolk County Council furious as government scraps £500m Suffolk devolution deal
The government has scrapped a proposed devolution deal for Suffolk that would have brought over £500 million in funding and new decision-making powers to the county over 30 years.
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Full overnight closures announced for Orwell Bridge repairs
National Highways have confirmed that the westbound carriageway of the Orwell Bridge will face full overnight closures next week as repair works begin, according to Ipswich MP Jack Abbott.
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Jack Abbott defends Labour decision to cut winter fuel payments
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has defended his vote to reduce winter fuel allowance payments for some pensioners. The controversial measure passed in the House of Commons on Tuesday, despite opposition from Conservatives and several charities.
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Ipswich MP Jack Abbott demands clarity on Orwell Bridge closure timeline
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has called for "proper clarity" from National Highways regarding the extended lane closure on Orwell Bridge.
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Jack Abbott calls for Police Connect meeting in Ipswich
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has written to Suffolk police leaders requesting a Police Connect meeting be held in the town centre. The request comes after Ipswich was not included in the planned locations for these community engagement events.
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Fascinating data reveals the people and organisations funding our local MPs
Newly elected MPs Jack Abbott and Patrick Spencer have disclosed donations totalling more than £66,000 in the past year, along with other interests. The declarations are part of the required financial interest disclosures for MPs.
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Ipswich MP backs Ofsted reforms
MP for Ipswich and former teaching assistant Jack Abbott has welcomed the government's reform of Ofsted inspections.
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Ipswich.co.uk launches local MP trackers
Our new MP trackers provide a factual and unbiased overview of your local MP's voting records, public commitments, and key policy positions.
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MP Tracker: Jack Abbott
A factual and unbiased public record of MP for Ipswich Jack Abbott's public commitments.
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Ipswich MP Jack Abbott calls for action on unsafe cladding at Churchmans House
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has urged the government to fully fund the replacement of cladding at Churchmans House, highlighting the town's ongoing building safety crisis.