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Paradigm Trust set to run new Henley Gate school
Suffolk County Council has selected Paradigm Trust as its preferred academy trust to run the new primary school at Henley Gate in Ipswich.
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Suffolk residents urged to take up free NHS Health Checks
Suffolk adults aged 40-74 without pre-existing health conditions are being encouraged to take advantage of free NHS Health Checks. The programme aims to spot signs of serious conditions earlier and help people live healthier lives.
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Ipswich residents missing out on potential Suffolk solar panel scheme savings
A community-led initiative for purchasing solar panels has gained traction across Suffolk, but Ipswich residents have been slow to adopt. The scheme aims to boost renewable energy use, cut carbon emissions, and reduce energy bills.
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Legal challenge to Sunnica solar farm collapses as two councils withdraw
Suffolk County Council and East Cambridgeshire District Council have abandoned their legal challenge against the government's approval of the Sunnica solar farm project after West Suffolk Council and Cambridgeshire County Council pulled out.
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Giant generator transport rescheduled, traffic disruption expected
A planned move of a 356-tonne generator through Suffolk has been rescheduled to Sunday, August 18, due to operational issues. The transport will cause significant road closures and traffic delays.
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Electric car sharing scheme to launch in Suffolk next summer
Suffolk residents will soon have access to short-term electric vehicle rentals, with a new car club scheme set to launch across eight locations in the county next summer.
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Giant generators to cause traffic disruption this weekend
Two massive generators are set to be transported through Suffolk, causing road closures and traffic delays. The abnormal loads will travel from Ipswich Docks to Yaxley on August 11 and 18.
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Council leader slams 'reckless' minister over £600m solar farm approval as council takes legal action
Suffolk County Council is taking legal action against the government over its approval of the £600m Sunnica solar farm project, citing inadequate compensation for the council's resulting workload.
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Long awaited Europa Way link road construction to begin in September
A new link road connecting Sproughton Road and Bramford Road in Ipswich will start construction on 9 September 2024. The project aims to improve transport reliability, safety, and connectivity for sustainable travel modes.
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Suffolk County Council launches new strategy to support autistic people of all ages
Suffolk County Council and local health boards have unveiled a joint strategy and action plan aimed at improving the lives of autistic people across the county.
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Suffolk expands EV charging network with 60+ new community sites
Suffolk County Council is supercharging its electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, adding over 60 new community venues to its "Plug In Suffolk" project.
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Frontline staff praised as Suffolk boosts safeguarding despite pressures
The Suffolk Safeguarding Partnership's annual report for 2023-24 reveals significant progress in protecting vulnerable residents across the county.