Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
Suffolk campaign urges drivers to let people cross before turning
The Always Let People Cross Before You Turn campaign has been launched by the Way To Go team and runs for six weeks.for six weeks.
25 Sep 2026
Give a Suffolk care leaver the prom they never had
Suffolk residents are being urged to help create a night to remember for care-experienced young people by supporting a community appeal for this year’s Winter Ball.
25 Sep 2026
New book explores how everyday pottery helps tell the story of East Anglia's past
A major new book is using evidence from more than two million pottery fragments to build a picture of everyday life in East Anglia between the Anglo-Saxon and...
25 Sep 2026
Council achieves Bronze status in Ministry of Defence employer scheme
The award recognises the council’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community and upholding the Armed Forces Covenant.
25 Sep 2026
Firefighters to carry ladder 13.1 miles for charity
A team from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) will take on a unique challenge at this year's Larking Gowen Ipswich Half Marathon, carrying a fire service...
24 Sep 2026
Major improvements to begin on Main Road, Martlesham
Suffolk County Council is set to begin a major package of highway improvements on Main Road, Martlesham, from next month.
23 Sep 2026
100-day countdown to new tobacco sales law
Residents and businesses across Suffolk are being reminded that changes to tobacco sales laws will come into force in 100 days.
23 Sep 2026
From wormeries to bokashi: new composting showcase opens in Suffolk
A new composting demonstration area has opened at the Food Museum in Stowmarket, showcasing the many ways households, community groups and businesses can turn...
23 Sep 2026
Suffolk education leaders unite to champion belonging and inclusion
More than 150 leaders and practitioners gathered at Trinity Park to drive forward Suffolk’s inclusive vision for children and young people . The event also welcomed...
23 Sep 2026
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service represented at Downing Street reception
Chief Fire Officer Jon Lacey represented Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service at a reception held at 10 Downing Street, following a summer in which staff across his...
22 Sep 2026
Fencing company boss admits fraudulent trading
The director of a Suffolk fencing company has pleaded guilty to fraudulent trading after customers paid thousands of pounds for fencing products that were never...
18 Sep 2026
Cabinet backs study to strengthen A14 resilience around Ipswich and Orwell Bridge
Work will now start on updating data and examining options to improve traffic.
17 Sep 2026