Suffolk County Council motion slams Labour government’s cuts to Winter Fuel Payments as Green Party councillors abstain from critical vote Thursday, 17 October, 2024 Suffolk County Council today (17th of October) backed a motion proposed by the Leader of the Council, Cllr Matthew Hicks, condemning the Labour government’s decision to slash Winter Fuel Payments, a move that will leave over 177,000 of the county’s most vulnerable pensioners in a state of uncertainty as they face rising energy costs this winter. The Conservative-run Council has demanded the... Local News
Suffolk to be included in Government's UK Gigabit Broadband programme 19th March 2021 Suffolk is set to be included in its £5 billion strategy to deliver next generation, gigabit-capable broadband to the entire country. Local News
Suffolk launches Quiet Lanes for residents to enjoy as lockdown eases 16th March 2021 Just two weeks away from being able to meet others outdoors, Suffolk County Council is encouraging residents to explore more of the beautiful countryside... Local News
Thanking WI bakers for supporting the Covid vaccine effort 11th March 2021 The Women's Institute (WI) have been praised for providing vaccination center staff with supplies of delicious baked goods. Local News
Suffolk County Council secures £3.1M for building decarbonisation initiative 9th March 2021 Suffolk County Council has been successful in gaining over £3M of funding for decarbonisation projects. Local News
Suffolk criminal exploitation initiative extended after success 9th March 2021 An additional £1.4million has been awarded to extend a successful initiative that supports young people in or at risk of criminal exploitation. Local News
Breaking down the barriers to accessing digital care services in Suffolk communities 5th March 2021 We're committed to providing accessible local care support services to help residents continue to live independently in their own homes. Local News
Over 98% of pupils receive a place at one of their preferred Secondary Schools on National Offer Day 1st March 2021 98.16% of pupils received a place at one of their Preferred Secondary Schools in Suffolk. Local News
Suffolk County Council's cabinet confirms its support for Freeport East 24th February 2021 The cabinet of the county council has confirmed its support for the creation of a new Freeport (Freeport East). Local News
"The end really is in sight now," - County Council Leader responds to latest lockdown easing announcement 23rd February 2021 The Leader of Suffolk County Council has responded to the latest lockdown easing announcement from the Prime Minister. Local News
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News
Read the Queen's Coronavirus address in full 6th April 2020 The Queen speaks to the nation about the challenges we are facing as a country in the weeks ahead. National News
Boris Johnson invites Party leaders to come together to tackle Coronavirus 4th April 2020 Boris Johnson has written to all leaders of opposition parties to invite them to work together at this moment of national emergency. National News
