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Suffolk sees drop in religious hate crime as national figures hit record high
While religious hate crimes have more than quadrupled across England and Wales over the past decade, Suffolk recorded just 25 incidents last year – down from 32 the previous year.
Public scrutiny meeting to examine Suffolk Police powers
Residents are invited to share their views on Suffolk Police's use of powers at a public scrutiny meeting at Suffolk One College on 27 November.
Ipswich Town's Jens Cajuste reflects on family, heroes, and role models for Black History Month
Ipswich Town midfielder Jens Cajuste has opened up about his family's journey, sporting heroes, and the importance of being a role model as part of Black History Month celebrations.
Ipswich pupils to show racism the red card tomorrow
Pupils across Ipswich will wear red this Friday as part of a national campaign to combat racism. The event marks the 10th anniversary of Wear Red Day, organised by anti-racism charity Show Racism the Red Card.Black people nearly six times more likely to be stopped and searched by Suffolk police
Suffolk Police stop and search practices show significant racial disparities, according to new Home Office figures.
Benefit cap hits more Ipswich families as calls grow to scrap policy
The number of Ipswich households affected by the government's benefit cap has risen 77% since February. Charities are urging the policy to be abolished, saying it contributes to poverty and homelessness.
Ipswich firm named one of UK's Best Workplaces for Women
The DPO Centre, which has operated from its Ipswich head office since 2017, has been recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Women in 2024, highlighting the company's commitment to gender equality.
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Brighten the Corners runs a diverse live music programme, training and education opportunities across three venues, and an annual multi-venue festival in Ipswich, Suffolk.
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