Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
Man sentenced for £9,000 romance scam
A man behind a romance fraud in which a Suffolk victim lost over £9,000 has been sentenced today at Ipswich Magistrates Court.
18 Mar 2026
HGV weight restriction to be introduced in north Ipswich residential areas
A traffic regulation order will prevent HGVs from using residential roads as short cuts.
17 Mar 2026
£3.9 million investment proposal to protect and enhance Public Rights of Way
The council's Cabinet is to consider a plan to fund replacement or refurbishment of more than 700 structures across the county.
17 Mar 2026
Suffolk Business Board reports major first year impact on growth, investment and skills
The Suffolk Business Board has published its first Annual Review, showing a year of clear and measurable progress for Suffolk’s economy.
16 Mar 2026
New Waterfront walk showcases Ipswich attractions
The Ipswich Waterfront Walk passes under the Orwell Bridge and forms part of the King Charles III coastal path.
16 Mar 2026
This No Smoking Day, campaign urges smokers to protect their health and their homes
Feel Good Suffolk and Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are joining forces this No Smoking Day (11 March 2026), to highlight the dangers of smoking, not only...
11 Mar 2026
OPINION: Why No Smoking Day is the perfect moment to quit - for your health and your home
by Steve Wiles, Cabinet Member for Public Health and Protection
10 Mar 2026
Two new crossings approved for key Haverhill route
Suffolk County Council is to install new crossings to improve safety on the Railway Walk.
09 Mar 2026
‘Keep It Simple, Keep It Safe’: Suffolk Promotes Safer Sleeping Week
Parents and carers are urged to follow the latest advice this Safe Sleeping Week (9-13 March) to keep babies sleeping safely and to avoid potentially unsafe...
09 Mar 2026
Suffolk Parents urged to get children vaccinated amid national measles resurgence
Parents and carers in Suffolk are being urged to ensure their children are fully vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, following a resurgence...
06 Mar 2026
New safety improvements for pedestrians and cyclists between Ipswich Hospital and The Waterfront
Works are scheduled to start in April and will see improved junctions, pedestrian crossings and traffic calming measures.
04 Mar 2026
Opinion: Why school crossing patrol officers are so important
By Councillor Chris Chambers, Cabinet Member for Transport Strategy
03 Mar 2026