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Ipswich resin driveway business celebrates 5 years of eco-friendly solutions

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Oltco Ipswich, a local franchise of the countrywide resin-bound solutions company, is marking its fifth anniversary.

The company has made strides in sustainable driveways, recycling over 500,000 plastic straws across its network.

Why it matters: Oltco's approach combines environmental responsibility with durable, attractive surfacing options for Ipswich residents and businesses.

Key points:

  • Oltco Ipswich uses Recycle Bound, a product that incorporates waste plastics like food packaging and bottles into resin surfaces

  • The company offers a 20-year guarantee on its products

  • Franchisee Liam Dorian plans to expand the business and create more local jobs in the coming year

What they're saying: "Reaching this five-year milestone in Ipswich is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and the support of our local community," says Liam Dorian, Oltco Ipswich franchisee.

The bottom line: If you're interested in sustainable driveway solutions, you can arrange a free home visit by calling 0800 040 7795 or visiting Oltco's website.

Council spends 77p in every pound on care services as funding gap grows

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Suffolk County Council has revealed that children's and adult care now consumes 77 pence of every pound spent as it appeals to the Chancellor for additional local government funding ahead of Wednesday's Autumn Budget.

The big picture: The council says public funding is not keeping pace with service demands despite implementing cost-saving measures over the past five years.

Why it matters: The outcome could affect residents in two ways:

  • Future council tax rates could be impacted

  • Public service delivery may need to be reviewed

Picture of the front of Endeavour House, the Suffolk County Council office building
Endeavour House in IpswichOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

By the numbers:

  • 77p of every £1 goes to children's and adult care services.

  • The council has made savings over 5 years, but reports its budget gap continues to grow.

What they're saying: Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Cllr Richard Smith MVO, said in a letter to the Chancellor: "We accept fully how demand for funding for public services is universal, with all eyes looking towards the Treasury for urgent financial relief."

He added: "The council feels it essential that the pressures facing local authorities are fully recognised by government and reflected in the local government settlement."

Looking ahead: The Chancellor's Autumn Budget statement is scheduled for Wednesday.

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