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Reporting and analysing the impacts of local policy changes on the community.
'Stop this spiral of decline': Ipswich artist battles Royal Mail cuts
An Ipswich card designer has joined the fight against Royal Mail's plans to slash second-class post delivery, warning the changes could put affordable postal services "beyond financial reach."
Suffolk farmers to stage second A14 tractor protest over food imports
Motorists should plan for delays on the A14 between Levington and Bury St Edmunds on Monday, 3 February, as farmers stage another slow-moving tractor convoy to protest against food import standards.
Major school reforms set to affect thousands of Ipswich families
New legislation going through Parliament will require all teachers to have formal qualifications and introduce free breakfast clubs in primary schools. The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill aims to reform the country's education and child protection services.
Ipswich bucks national trend with drop in 'no-fault' eviction claims
While England and Wales recorded their second-highest rate of accelerated possession claims in nine years, new figures show Ipswich landlords filed 25% fewer claims in the latest quarter.
Local MP presses for answers on pensioner benefit take-up
Patrick Spencer, MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, has asked the government to outline what progress has been made in reaching pensioners who may be missing out on vital financial support.Ipswich Central outlines expectations for new MP candidates ahead of general election
Ipswich Central has announced six key expectations for candidates in the upcoming general election to ensure the town’s continued growth and prosperity.
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