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Business leaders call for more warning as Orwell Bridge repairs brought forward from 2027 to this June
Essential work to replace two westbound joints on the A14 Orwell Bridge will now begin this summer instead of 2027 as originally planned.
Anglian Water launches £11bn infrastructure plan for East of England
Anglian Water began its largest ever five-year infrastructure programme on 1 April, investing £11bn to support the region's growth and environmental challenges.
Woodbridge Road works delayed after gas leak found
Planned roadworks on Ipswich's Woodbridge Road will not start next week as initially scheduled after Cadent discovered a gas leak near the site.
Suffolk to roll out 6,000 EV chargepoints from Summer 2025
Suffolk County Council has partnered with operator Believ to deliver around 6,000 new public electric vehicle chargepoints across the county, starting next summer.
Three Ipswich roads set for 'sustainable travel improvements'
Walking, wheeling, and cycling improvements are coming to Nacton Road, Woodbridge Road, and the route from Ipswich Hospital to Waterfront following public consultation.
Suffolk councils secure funding for solar power projects
Suffolk County Council and West Suffolk Council have both secured funding to develop solar power projects as part of a £727,000 grant scheme supporting public sector climate initiatives.
Suffolk taxi fleet emits 9,118 tonnes of CO2 annually, survey reveals
Suffolk councils are exploring ways to support taxi drivers in switching to electric vehicles after identifying three main barriers preventing the transition.
New Europa Way link road opens
A new link road connecting Europa Way to Bramford Road in Ipswich has opened to the public.
Martlesham Primary Academy completes £750K makeover
The school has unveiled new classrooms and facilities following a major redevelopment project funded by Suffolk County Council.
Ipswich MP speaks out on Northern Bypass as MSC consortium to acquire Port of Felixstowe in £18 billion deal
The Port of Felixstowe will have new owners after Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison agreed to sell its global ports business to a consortium led by MSC and BlackRock.
Suffolk County Council approves £20.4m five-year transport plan for Ipswich
Ipswich will receive over £20.4 million in targeted transport improvements as part of Suffolk's newly approved Local Transport Plan for 2025-2040.
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