Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
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
New service means families only need to tell their story once, with easier access to support when they need it most
Families across Suffolk are benefiting from a new Family Help service that makes it easier to access support earlier, helping prevent problems from escalating and...
15 Sep 2026
Recycle Week 2026: Answer the call to rescue your recyclables in Suffolk
This year, Recycle Week (14-20 September) is showing people how their recycling truly makes a difference, and that it’s worth doing properly.
14 Sep 2026
Window now open to apply for primary and secondary school places
Parents and carers can today apply for a place for their child to start in the normal year of entry at a primary (including infant and junior) school and a...
14 Sep 2026
Council salutes as Grenadier Guards receive Freedom of Newmarket
Councillor Michael Hadwen and colleagues from Suffolk County Council were present as the historic regiment received one of the country's top civic honours.
13 Sep 2026
Cabinet Member for Planning meets East Suffolk communities who are suffering from a colossal amount of major energy infrastructure projects
Suffolk County Council's Cabinet Member with responsibility for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs), Councillor Tristan Gale, has met with...
11 Sep 2026