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Lifesaving defibrillators installed at all Ipswich sheltered housing schemes
Ipswich Borough Council has installed public access defibrillators outside all 15 of its sheltered housing schemes, available for use 24/7.
Suffolk County Council launches VR solution for dementia care
A new virtual reality solution called Reverie aims to enhance the lives of people living with dementia in Suffolk.
Council responds to public criticism with 'bright future' plan for Suffolk's libraries
As public opposition grows to its library takeover plans, Suffolk County Council has outlined how it intends to enhance and modernise services if the decision is approved on March 18.
District and borough councils unanimously reject county's single 'mega-council' proposal
The county's five district and borough councils have rejected plans for one Suffolk-wide unitary authority, saying multiple councils would better serve local communities.
Opposition councillors demand 'urgent talks' in Suffolk library dispute
Councillors have called on Suffolk County Council to reopen negotiations with Suffolk Libraries. A petition against the proposed takeover has passed 18,000 signatures as the council prepares to publish its cabinet paper today.
Ipswich at 'forefront' of government's push for youth engagement in policymaking
Two years after becoming the UK's first Town of Youth Social Action, Ipswich's youth-led approach is reflected in the government's national youth strategy development.
Larger vehicles could face higher parking permit fees in Ipswich
Ipswich Borough Council's Executive is set to discuss a new variable charging structure for residential parking zones that would see owners of medium and large vehicles paying more.
91.9% of Suffolk pupils secure first-choice secondary school
Suffolk County Council has offered more than 9 in 10 pupils their first-preference secondary school for September 2025.
Suffolk libraries battle intensifies as council lashes out after thousands sign petition against takeover bid
With less than two weeks until a critical vote, thousands have signed a petition challenging Suffolk County Council's plans to reclaim control of the county's library service.
Ipswich to benefit from Sport England's £250m physical activity investment
Ipswich has been named among 53 places across England set to receive a share of Sport England's £250 million investment to tackle inequalities in activity levels.
"Nothing About Us Without Us": Controversy surrounds Suffolk's first autism strategy
Members of Suffolk's Lived Experience Group have criticised aspects of the county's new all-age autism strategy, claiming their input was sidelined during its development despite the council's commitment to co-production.
Local firm to deliver major Regent Theatre makeover
Ipswich's Grade II listed theatre will close from May to December 2025 for significant refurbishment works, with shows relocating to the Corn Exchange.
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