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County council approves £240k survey to gauge resident views on safety
Up to 7,000 Suffolk residents will be asked how safe they feel as part of a £240k survey approved by county council leaders to better understand community views on safety.
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How Ipswich's new approach to men's mental health could change support nationwide
Suffolk Mind, MANUP?, and Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust have launched a new approach to men's mental health in Ipswich that strips away clinical jargon and stigma.
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Suffolk tech giant pledges $10m to give charities free software for life
Halo, one of the UK's biggest tech firms based in Stowmarket, has launched a $10m (£7.4m) scheme offering charities free software for life, aiming to stop millions being diverted from frontline services to licence fees.
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Council approves budget for £19.7m Portman Road car park
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive has approved a £19.7m budget for a new 718-space multi-storey car park at Portman Road, marking the first phase of an ambitious infrastructure project that could enable a future Aquatics Centre and possible football stadium expansion.
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Suffolk Police reports 97 arrests and major crime reductions during summer operations
Suffolk Constabulary made 97 arrests during an extra 3,829 hours of patrols this summer, with overall crime falling by 17% in non-hotspot areas and nearly 39% in targeted hotspot areas compared to last year, according to Chief Constable Rachel Kearton.
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From Crown Pools to Olympic glory: University to recognise Ipswich swimmer's remarkable journey
A swimmer who called Ipswich home for over 20 years and went on to become Britain's first female World Champion will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Suffolk next month.
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Plus-size fashion retailer Yours Clothing opens on high street
Plus-size clothing retailer Yours Clothing has completed its move from Sailmakers shopping centre to the former Ann Summers store on Tavern Street on Wednesday, 1 October.
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Suffolk Business Board backs devolution deal for Norfolk and Suffolk
The Suffolk Business Board has published an open letter endorsing the proposed Mayoral Combined County Authority across Norfolk and Suffolk, arguing it will unlock growth and attract investment to the region.
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Council approves Ipswich taxi fare rise
Ipswich Borough Council has approved a 2.55% increase in hackney carriage fares, bringing the cost of a two-mile daytime journey to £8.00 from November.
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Police seize £500,000 of cocaine and weapons including ninja swords in Gipping and Westgate wards crackdown
A new policing strategy that has brought together 28 local partner organisations has seized approximately £500,000 worth of cocaine and weapons, including ninja swords and crossbows, in the Gipping and Westgate wards of Ipswich since March.
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Suffolk fire service making cultural improvements ahead of inspection
Suffolk's fire service is improving its culture as an inspection nears, the chief officer has said, following serious concerns raised about hostile and toxic behaviour by senior staff.
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Ed Garratt to lead new NHS Norfolk and Suffolk health board
Ed Garratt OBE has been appointed Chief Executive designate of the new NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board, which will be created next April when the current Suffolk and North East Essex and Norfolk and Waveney ICBs merge.