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Bariatric surgery and popular weight loss jabs to be offered locally for the first time
A new NHS contract worth £2.6m will enable Suffolk and North East Essex patients to access complex obesity treatments closer to home, with treatment initially delivered from Colchester Hospital before expanding to Ipswich Hospital in a few months' time.
'Trust in your ability to lead': Retiring female firefighter's message to women
Sally Hammond, the county's first female whole-time firefighter, is retiring after 30 years of service, telling aspiring female firefighters: "Take the opportunities when they come."
What happens next for Patrick Spencer and his constituents?
Following two sexual assault charges and his immediate suspension from the Conservative Party, we help you understand what happens next for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer, his party, and his constituents.
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP who spoke of 'moral probity' in parliament 'categorically denies' sexual assault charges
Patrick Spencer, who spoke of the importance of ethics to his constituents in his maiden Commons speech last year, has been charged with two counts of sexual assault, prompting his immediate suspension from the Conservative Party. He "categorically denies" the charges.
Council-owned parking operator refuses to disclose number of fines issued at car park with known payment machine faults
Council-owned parking operator Ipserv is refusing to disclose the number of penalty notices it issued at Duke Street car park, stating its commercial interests outweigh public transparency, despite knowing that payment machines were broken.
St Elizabeth Hospice launches fundraising bike ride alongside summer art trail
A 50 or 75-mile cycling challenge will take place on 29 June, allowing participants to enjoy Suffolk scenery and view sculptures from the Hop to it! Suffolk 2025 art trail.
Ipswich Buses named third best in UK for customer satisfaction
The local operator scored 92% in a national survey on customer satisfaction with bus services, placing it among the top performers from 61 major UK bus companies.
Suffolk County Council launches consultation on developer infrastructure costs
Have your say on how developers should contribute to essential community services when building major developments in Suffolk.
Inkerman pub revealed as potential new Cardinal Medical Practice surgery
Cardinal Medical Practice is hoping to take over the Inkerman pub on Norwich Road to create a new administrative centre with additional consulting rooms.
Castle Hill site identified as potential site for new Ipswich GP surgery
Health bosses have identified a site at the intersection of Castle Hill and the Ipswich constituency border for a new GP practice to serve Cardinal Medical Practice patients.
Free blood pressure checks offered at Ipswich Town Fanzone this Friday
The Be Well Bus will offer free blood pressure tests at Ipswich Town Football Club's Fanzone this Friday (10 May) from 12pm to 3pm.
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