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Ipswich spa snaps up college's top beauty therapy graduates
Riverhills Health Club and Day Spa has recruited three 18 and 19-year-old therapists straight from Suffolk New College's Level Three Beauty Therapy programme.
Suffolk New College
Suffolk New College is a multi-award-winning further education institution serving Suffolk with three distinct campuses. The main campus is situated in Ipswich's education quarter, conveniently located near the waterfront and town centre. The college extends its reach through Suffolk Rural Campus, specialising in land-based industry programmes, and coastal centres in Leiston and Halesworth offering specialist vocational teaching.
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Major local employers unite behind Northern Bypass in bid to end Ipswich's traffic 'stalemate'
Nine major employers have broken their silence on the town's transport crisis, declaring the current situation "simply not acceptable" for a region of such economic significance as they unite behind an Ipswich Northern Bypass bid.
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Making space: How youth-led culture is changing Ipswich
Whilst Westminster debates youth engagement and councils struggle with consultation fatigue, something different is happening in Ipswich. Here, young people aren't waiting for formal invitations to civic life—they're creating their own spaces, literally and figuratively, through community action.
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Local students cook up dream jobs at Michelin-starred restaurants
Suffolk New College students from Kesgrave and Ipswich are joining the ranks at some of Britain's most prestigious restaurants after catching the eye of Tom Kerridge's team.
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Claydon High student wins inaugural Suffolk Young Speaker award
A 14-year-old from Claydon High School was crowned Suffolk Young Speaker of the Year 2025 after nearly 70 young people competed in the first competition of its kind at Kesgrave Conference Centre.
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Prime Minister visits Suffolk New College to announce Sizewell C funding
Sir Keir Starmer committed £14.2bn for the Sizewell C power station during a visit to Suffolk New College yesterday, addressing 250 guests, including students and community leaders.
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Suffolk New College students take over Kesgrave restaurant for gala dinner
Around 50 youngsters from Suffolk New College worked alongside professionals at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall to create a three-course meal for over 100 guests.
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Sizewell C announces new post-16 college for Leiston
The nuclear power station developer will build a permanent Further Education college in partnership with Suffolk New College, aiming to open in September 2027.
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Mr Bloom takes root at Suffolk college to grow next generation of teachers
Suffolk New College has become the first further education institution to adopt the Let's Grow programme, created by Ben Faulks, who plays Mr Bloom on CBeebies.
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Ports chief steps up to champion Suffolk's infrastructure needs
A senior figure from the region's ports sector will now lead Suffolk Chamber's efforts to improve the county's transport network and wider infrastructure.
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3,000 visitors already signed up for Suffolk Rural's Big Day Out celebration
The popular mini county show returns for its 20th year with tractor displays, animal handling, and free interactive experiences. Best of all? Free tickets are still available.
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Ipswich May Day Festival returns to Alexandra Park this Sunday
The country's longest-running May Day music festival will take place at Alexandra Park on Sunday, 4 May 2025, from midday.