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Plans for new Cardinal Medical Practice 'super surgery' are scrapped in major blow for 30,000 patients

Health bosses and council officials are going back to the drawing board after plans for a new £7.5m Cardinal Medical Practice 'super surgery' in northwest Ipswich were scrapped due to "rising costs".

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Public meeting with police leaders confirmed for Ipswich following MP's request

Suffolk police leaders have agreed to host an additional public meeting in Ipswich on 15 October, following a request from Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich.

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Relief as government pledges support for Churchmans House cladding repairs

The government has promised action to support residents of Churchmans House in Ipswich, following concerns raised by local MP Jack Abbott.

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Orwell Bridge to close overnight for urgent repairs

A full westbound carriageway closure on the Orwell Bridge will be in place for the next two evenings to repair a potential defect discovered during a routine inspection.

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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.

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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.