Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
New heating solution for central Ipswich
Some of central Ipswich’s key workplaces and community buildings could be heated in a revolutionary way, thanks to a new heat network.
02 Dec 2025
A Suffolk hidden gem for your Christmas shopping
Re-use shops at Bury St Edmunds and Foxhall recycling centres could have the Secret Santa gifts, stocking fillers or Christmas decorations that you are looking for.
02 Dec 2025
Suffolk Archives Awarded National Accreditation
Suffolk Archives, a Suffolk County Council Service, has been awarded Archive Service Accreditation.
28 Nov 2025
Way To Go volunteers recognised for service
Walking and cycling activies for wellbeing have been organised thanks to the dedication of two volunteers from Ipswich and Lowestoft.
28 Nov 2025
Discover Suffolk through ‘Wonderlust by Bus’
Suffolk passengers and tourists can now explore popular sites and destinations in Suffolk through an interactive map.
24 Nov 2025
New Year Active Travel improvements for Sudbury
Melford Road will see new crossings and a shared-use pedestrian and cycle path installed.
24 Nov 2025
Keep Suffolk Smiling: New Video Shines a Light on Children’s Oral Health and School Toothbrushing Programme
A brand-new video celebrating children’s oral health has been launched as part of Suffolk County Council’s ‘Keep Suffolk Smiling’ campaign. Featuring pupils from...
24 Nov 2025
Seasoned political journalist backs One Suffolk
A political journalist with over 40 years’ experience has expressed his support for replacing the county’s six councils with one authority delivering all local and...
21 Nov 2025
One Suffolk plan gains county-wide backing as Government launches consultation
Suffolk community leaders from the worlds of business, health, social care, agriculture and tourism, have backed a plan to scrap Suffolk’s six councils and replace...
19 Nov 2025
OPINION: How Local Culture projects are Bringing Suffolk Together
By Councillor Nadia Cenci, Cabinet Member for Communities, Suffolk County Council
18 Nov 2025
Have your say on plans for key Ipswich town centre route
The public is being asked for its views on an Active Travel scheme to enhance Princes Street between Ipswich town centre and the railway station.
18 Nov 2025
Suffolk County Council continues to drive electric vehicle progress
Suffolk County Council recently welcomed Keir Mather MP, government Minister for Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation, to the county to show how the council is...
17 Nov 2025