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Health minister dodges meeting request on north Ipswich GP expansion plans
Health minister Stephen Kinnock has sidestepped a request to meet with Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer about expediting plans to expand primary care services in north Ipswich and surrounding villages.
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott declares Community Shield hospitality from UAE-owned Manchester City
Questions are being asked as Labour MP Jack Abbott has declared receiving hospitality and tickets from Manchester City Football Club to attend the FA Community Shield at Wembley Stadium, shortly after being elected as MP for Ipswich.
Teenage stabbing reignites Ipswich knife crime strategy debate
The stabbing of a teenager in Ipswich town centre on Saturday night has reignited debate over the council's approach to tackling knife crime, just days after a heated council discussion on the issue.
Relief as government pledges support for Churchmans House cladding repairs
The government has promised action to support residents of Churchmans House in Ipswich, following concerns raised by local MP Jack Abbott.
Ipswich MP calls for Ipswich transport task force and Northern Bypass revival amid fresh Orwell bridge chaos
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has called for the re-establishment of the Ipswich Transportation Task Force (ITTF) following severe disruption caused by the partial closure of Orwell Bridge.
Jack Abbott defends Labour decision to cut winter fuel payments
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has defended his vote to reduce winter fuel allowance payments for some pensioners. The controversial measure passed in the House of Commons on Tuesday, despite opposition from Conservatives and several charities.
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott demands clarity on Orwell Bridge closure timeline
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has called for "proper clarity" from National Highways regarding the extended lane closure on Orwell Bridge.Jack Abbott calls for Police Connect meeting in Ipswich
Jack Abbott, MP for Ipswich, has written to Suffolk police leaders requesting a Police Connect meeting be held in the town centre. The request comes after Ipswich was not included in the planned locations for these community engagement events.
Fascinating data reveals the people and organisations funding our local MPs
Newly elected MPs Jack Abbott and Patrick Spencer have disclosed donations totalling more than £66,000 in the past year, along with other interests. The declarations are part of the required financial interest disclosures for MPs.Ipswich.co.uk launches local MP trackers
Our new MP trackers provide a factual and unbiased overview of your local MP's voting records, public commitments, and key policy positions.
MP Tracker: Patrick Spencer
A factual and unbiased public record of MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich Patrick Spencer's public commitments.
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