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Colourful new bins designed by local children brighten up Ipswich libraries

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Local children's artwork now adorns recycling bins outside two Ipswich libraries following a competition run by the council and Suffolk Libraries.

Why it matters: The initiative engages young people in keeping Ipswich tidy while promoting library services and recycling.

The big picture: Two dual bins outside Ipswich County Library and Gainsborough Community Library feature four winning designs from the "Brighten our Bins" competition.

  • The contest was open to children aged 14 and under.

  • Designs were themed around reading or recycling.

  • The new bins encourage separating recyclable and normal waste.

New bin at Gainsborough Library
New bin at Gainsborough LibraryIpswich Borough Council

What they're saying: Councillor Phil Smart, Ipswich Borough Council Portfolio Holder for Environment and Transport, said:

"Thank you to all the children and their families who took the time to enter this competition. It's been fantastic to see young people engaged in keeping Ipswich tidy and to see their love of reading come to life in their designs."

James Powell, Communications Manager at Suffolk Libraries, added:

"We were delighted to support this competition. It was wonderful to see so many colourful designs celebrating what our libraries mean to local children and the importance of recycling and keeping the local community clean and tidy."

Of note: The bin outside Ipswich County Library also celebrates the library's centenary, which is being marked with events, including a special exhibition that will run until the end of 2024.

What's next: Residents can find out more about visiting the libraries and Ipswich County Library's 100-year anniversary on the Suffolk Libraries website at suffolklibraries.co.uk.

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Police search for missing teenager with Ipswich connections

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Essex Police are looking for 16-year-old Kieran-John Streeter who has gone missing from the Clacton area and believe he could be in Ipswich.

Kieran-John Streeter
Kieran-John StreeterEssex Police

Kieran-John was last seen wearing a green hoodie, blue tracksuit bottoms and black trainers. According to Essex police, he has connections to Ipswich.

Police have asked anyone with information to contact them and quote incident 912 of 4 April.

Members of the public who may have seen Kieran-John or have information about his whereabouts should contact Essex Police directly.

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