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Today's traffic restrictions and planned roadworks in Ipswich

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There are 3 traffic restrictions and 12 planned roadworks in Ipswich today. Check before you travel.

Please note that this report includes only confirmed works and restrictions. Emergency works may occur at short notice.

Today's traffic restrictions in Ipswich

Boot Street, Great Bealings: Road closure and diversion route in place from today until December 8, with delays likely due to streetworks being carried out by Suffolk County Council.

Kingsgate Drive, Ipswich: Road closure in place from today until December 6, with a diversion route via Lancing Avenue. Works being managed by Suffolk County Council.

Road From A1214 to Tesco Superstore, Pinewood: Road closure in place from today until December 3, with a diversion route via Copdock Mill Interchange to London Road.

Today's planned roadworks in Ipswich

Arundel Way, Rushmere St Andrew: Two-way traffic signals in place from today until December 4 for footway repairs outside number 47.

Bixley Road, Ipswich: Multi-way signals in place from today until December 4 for a topographical survey near the junction with Ashdown Way.

Kingsgate Drive, Ipswich: Road closure from today until December 6 for installation of new tactile paved crossing points between Colchester service road and Lancing Avenue junction.

Road From A1214 to Tesco Superstore, Pinewood: Road closure from today until December 3 for urgent roundel line marking replacement works.

Sproughton Road, Ipswich: Multi-way signals in place from today until December 6 for Openreach works.

Westerfield Road, Ipswich: Two-way signals in place from today until December 6 for installation of drop kerbs for Bellway Homes construction access.

Wherstead Road, Ipswich: Two-way signals in place today only for Anglian Water works.

A12 Martlesham: Lane closure in place from today until December 3 for urgent stop line works around the roundabout.

Chelsworth Avenue, Ipswich: Give and take traffic control in place from today until December 4 for Anglian Water works.

Egglestone Close, Ipswich: Temporary obstruction with 15-minute delays today only for carriageway resurfacing works.

Rosecroft Road, Ipswich: Give and take traffic control from today until December 4 for CityFibre works.

Shakespeare Road, Ipswich: Multi-way signals in place from today until December 3 for Openreach works.

Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra time when travelling through these areas.

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How Suffolk's Nature Recovery Strategy hopes to restore and protect local landscapes

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A draft plan proposing wetland creation, peatland restoration and sustainable woodland management is now available for public consultation.

Why it matters: Suffolk's strategy is one of 48 across the country aimed at addressing wildlife decline and creating a national 'nature network' to help restore and enhance biodiversity.

The details: Suffolk County Council launched the consultation on Wednesday 16 April, inviting residents, landowners, land managers, farmers, businesses and the wider community to share their views on the draft strategy.

The plan has been developed in coordination with Norfolk through the Norfolk and Suffolk Nature Recovery Partnership, with both counties working to connect and expand existing wildlife-important areas across the landscape.

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By the numbers: Over 1,500 Suffolk residents shared their thoughts on helping nature recover during initial consultations last summer, which helped inform the draft strategy.

What they're saying: "Suffolk has pockets of diverse nature and unique landscapes, and this strategy will help link together those isolated areas that need improving and restoring," said Councillor Philip Faircloth-Mutton, Suffolk County Council's Cabinet Member for Environment, Communities and Equality.

"It will support landowners, land managers and farmers to work together for the benefit of the county's natural environment."

The bigger picture: The strategy aims to deliver multiple benefits beyond wildlife conservation, including:

  • Mitigating risks to homes and businesses from inland flooding

  • Creating new green spaces to improve health and wellbeing

  • Supporting farmers to bring new funding into the rural economy

  • Generating employment and training opportunities

What's next: The consultation will remain open until 11 June 2025. Residents can provide feedback on the overall strategy and respond to maps showing specific local areas where conservation measures could be implemented.

The bottom line: Those wishing to participate can visit www.suffolk.gov.uk/consultations to review the draft strategy and submit their feedback.

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