Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
County council continues to highlight issues with Sea Link energy project
The examination of National Grid’s Sea Link project continues, with Suffolk County Council addressing serious concerns about access routes, the converter station...
26 Mar 2026
East of England launches plans to lead UK in Nuclear Operations and Maintenance
A national Nuclear Centre of Excellence has been proposed for Suffolk, to maximise the opportunities of the nuclear energy sector for the East of England. This...
26 Mar 2026
Suffolk County Council highlights support available for survivors of sexual harm
In light of recent national media coverage relating to sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking cases, Suffolk County Council is highlighting the support...
26 Mar 2026
New integrated passenger information board goes live at Ipswich railway station
Bus timetables now sit alongside rail arrivals and departures to help passengers plan their journeys.
26 Mar 2026
Suffolk road schemes included in Government’s five year investment plan
The Department for Transport has announced schemes in Suffolk will feature in the next five year plan for trunk roads in England.
26 Mar 2026
New West Suffolk housing development underway including 30 affordable homes
Construction is underway to bring 100 new homes to West Row, near Mildenhall.
26 Mar 2026
Government announces outcome of local government reorganisation in Suffolk
The government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Suffolk in 2028, opting for three unitary authorities.
25 Mar 2026
Innovative EV charging for Suffolk’s conservation areas
Suffolk County Council will provide over 1,000 electric vehicle public chargepoints to residents in conservation areas across the county.
24 Mar 2026
More jobs and skills as Suffolk ramps up energy-sector training
More training routes and apprenticeships are being opened up as Suffolk expands its Energy Readiness Programme.
24 Mar 2026
Suffolk skills boost for engineering and construction
East Coast College and Suffolk New College will be enhancing their training facilities for civil engineering and construction, thanks to funding from Sizewell C...
24 Mar 2026
Government decision on energy projects could threaten Suffolk communities
Local communities could suffer at the hands of large energy infrastructure projects, as the UK government looks to push schemes through more quickly and take away...
23 Mar 2026
Pupils pitch to judges to secure funding for school active travel campaigns
The event was part of the Active Travel Ambassador programme, which works with secondary schools and councils to promote walking and cycling.
23 Mar 2026