Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
County council reacts to new appointment at Sizewell C
The announcement of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Sizewell C has been met with surprise at Suffolk County Council.
11 Dec 2025
67 new Skills Bootcamps launched in Suffolk and Norfolk
The new training programmes are designed to help address regional skill gaps and support career development in key industries.
11 Dec 2025
£12m Active Travel funding over four years announced for Suffolk
Suffolk County Council schemes promoting walking, cycling and wheeling receive funding for another four years from the government.
11 Dec 2025
One Suffolk best for most vulnerable, say county’s safeguarding leaders
Anthony Douglas and Chris Robson, voice their support for the One Suffolk plan for a single unitary authority.
11 Dec 2025
Loft insulation scammers ordered to pay £48,891 after targeting vulnerable Suffolk residents
A fraudulent loft insulation operation has been brought to justice after misleading elderly homeowners across four counties.
09 Dec 2025
Objection lodged to Red House Farm planning approval over school funding shortfall
Suffolk County Council has formally objected to Ipswich Borough Council’s proposed planning approval of over 1,000 new homes at Red House Farm on Westerfield Road...
09 Dec 2025
SEND data shows improvement, but impact not felt by everyone, committee hears
Education Scrutiny Committee hears that progress in SEND reform is being made and robust improvement plans in place but further work is needed to ensure progress is...
08 Dec 2025
Suffolk secures more than £26 million bus funding over three years
Government funding for public transport in Suffolk is confirmed for three years.
08 Dec 2025
Suffolk County Council welcomes Landmark House sale to Suffolk Police.
Suffolk County Council today welcomed the decision by the Police and Crime Commissioner to purchase the council’s 50% share of Landmark House in Ipswich. This will...
08 Dec 2025
New Sizewell C skills bursary open to applications
Learners in Suffolk training with Independent Training Providers can now apply for financial support through the Sizewell C Skills Fund Bursary.
04 Dec 2025
Hidden batteries could spark Christmas chaos: How you can stay safe
This festive season, Suffolk residents are urged to correctly dispose of items with small batteries, to avoid sparking devastating fires.
04 Dec 2025
Inspectorate satisfied with Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service’s improvement progress
His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has confirmed it is satisfied with the progress Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is...
03 Dec 2025