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A14 speed limit push is 'important but short-term' fix for Ipswich's road crisis
A campaign to reduce the A14 speed limit to 60mph has been welcomed as a first step towards tackling chronic congestion around Ipswich – but the Police & Crime Commissioner is already warning it is no substitute for the long-term investment he says successive governments have ignored.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Future Female Society marks 10 years of supporting women and girls in Suffolk
Future Female Society, which has supported more than 2,400 women and girls across Suffolk, celebrated its 10th anniversary this week – with its founder reflecting on a decade of life-changing impact and looking ahead to the next ten years.News
Suffolk Wildlife Trust joins fight against 'nature catastrophe' planning shake-up
A Suffolk charity has joined a national campaign opposing government proposals that could weaken protections for the region's wildlife and habitats.Feature
The Ipswich radiographer inspiring tomorrow's NHS
Most children grow up knowing what a doctor or nurse does, but what about the professionals who zap tumours, analyse X-rays, or keep feet healthy? One Ipswich radiographer is on a mission to change that, one picture book at a time.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Council to spend £17m on improving Ipswich council homes
Ipswich Borough Council has announced plans to invest £17m in planned maintenance of its council homes in 2026/27, with work covering safety, decency and energy efficiency improvements across its 7,934 properties.News
Drug dealer who broke police officer's finger jailed for nearly six years
A drug dealer arrested during a police operation in Ipswich has been jailed for five years and 10 months after assaulting an officer and being found with cocaine, amphetamine and cannabis.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Ipswich marks four years since Russia invaded Ukraine
Services of prayer and solidarity took place at Ipswich Minster to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.News
Local bird expert brings illustrated talk to Ipswich today
An illustrated talk exploring Suffolk's birds and their habitats is coming to Ipswich this Wednesday, 25 February 2026, organised by the local group of the Suffolk Wildlife Trust.Feature
SEND reforms explained: What Ipswich families need to know
The government has unveiled its most ambitious overhaul of the special educational needs and disabilities system in a generation, but for the thousands of families in Suffolk already navigating a system under severe strain, the practical changes remain some years away.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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GP contract promises faster care – but will it deliver for Ipswich?
The government says a new GP contract will guarantee same-day urgent appointments and boost childhood vaccination rates, but the British Medical Association has warned it risks creating "unrealistic expectations" given how stretched services already are.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Green route from town centre to waterfront takes shape as work reaches Queen Street
Work on Ipswich's stripped-back Town Centre Greening project has reached Queen Street, with the council confirming that works are now underway on the latest stretch of the scheme.Load more content
