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Everything you need to know about Christmas bin collections in Ipswich this year

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The council has announced temporary changes to bin collections over the festive period. Make sure you don't miss yours.

Why it matters: The changes affect all households in Ipswich, and missing collection dates could mean waiting weeks for your next collection.

The key changes:

  • If your black bin would normally be collected on Tuesday the 24th or Wednesday the 25th of December, it will now be collected a day earlier on the 23rd or 24th of December.

  • If your black bin would normally be collected on Thursday the 26th or Friday the 27th of December, it will now be collected a day later on the 27th or 28th of December.

  • Blue bin collections between the 1st and 3rd of January will be collected one day later than normal.

  • Brown bin collections will be paused completely from the 23rd of December to the 6th of January.

Christmas bin collection in Ipswich
Your black bin could be collected a day earlier or later than normal, depending on where you liveIpswich Borough Council

Christmas tree disposal: The council will collect real Christmas trees for free in January. Residents should:

  • Remove all decorations

  • Place trees next to brown bins

  • Wait until collections resume on 7 January

What they're saying: Cllr Phil Smart, Portfolio Holder for Environment and Transport, says residents should "check changes to their bin collections early to avoid any confusion over the festive period."

The bottom line: Residents can check online for further information about collection changes. Don't forget to mark the changes in your diary or calendar.

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Police appeal after golf ball attack damages historic Landguard Fort

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Over 40 golf balls were driven at Felixstowe's Landguard Fort, causing mortar damage to the historic structure's outer wall.

Why it matters: The damage constitutes an offence under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979, which protects historically significant sites.

Inside the Landguard Fort in Felixstowe
Inside the Landguard Fort in FelixstoweGetty Images

The details: Suffolk Police reported that the incident took place between 17:00 on Monday, 10 March and 09:00 on Tuesday, 11 March.

The golf balls were driven from a grass mound outside the fort on Point View Road, with some projectiles clearing the outer wall and landing in the inner parade area.

What's next: Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about those responsible to come forward.

How to help: Contact Suffolk Police quoting crime reference 37/13803/25 via:

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through their online form.

The bottom line: This act of vandalism has caused damage to one of Felixstowe's most important historic landmarks, which is protected by national legislation.

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