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
Cabinet backs consultation on devolution deal worth over half a billion pounds for Suffolk 24th January 2023 Councillors have agreed to progress to consultation on Suffolk’s proposed devolution deal which would hand the county more powers and funding. Local News
Fire service celebrates Government inspection outcome 20th January 2023 Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service has been rated “Good” for its effectiveness and how well it manages staff by inspectors from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of... Local News
Suffolk’s trees and hedgerows to receive boost 16th January 2023 The authority will develop its work to manage and inspect trees and hedgerows on its estate, and on highways. It will have more resource to manage mature and... Local News
Council’s net zero plans making progress 6th January 2023 The council has been keen to lead from the front with its ambition to reduce its own emissions and energy costs, while inspiring and supporting others to do the... Local News
Passing of Felixstowe Councillor Graham Newman 31st December 2022 Statement from Leader of Suffolk County Council Conservative Group Local News
Make sure that you get into the festive spirit safely this winter 13th December 2022 Column by Councillor Andrew Reid, Cabinet Member for Public Health and Public Protection Local News
Why plans for devolution are a big deal for Suffolk 9th December 2022 Column by Councillor Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council. Local News
Keeping Suffolk Warm this Winter 6th December 2022 A new project offering warm items to Suffolk residents has been launched across Suffolk. Local News
Suffolk Highways gritters prepared for cold snap 6th December 2022 Over 24,000 tonnes of salt is stocked at locations across Suffolk ready to help keep Suffolk moving this winter gritting season. Local News
Non-essential shops will reopen from 15th June 27th May 2020 To further ease the lockdown, all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen from 15th of June in England. National News
The Conservatives will not tolerate prejudice or discrimination 13th May 2020 We have commissioned an independent investigation any concerns about prejudice and discrimination head-on. Because no matter your background, you should be able... National News
We're Extending the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme 12th May 2020 The Government is providing extra support for businesses who need it by extending the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. Here's how. National News
Stay alert, control the virus, save lives: the Prime Minister's update 10th May 2020 The Prime Minister's address to the nation tells the nation: stay alert, control the virus, save lives. National News
The Prime Minister's Update: Tackling the Coronavirus 30th April 2020 The Prime Minister's latest update on April 30 on tackling Coronavirus. National News
We’re extending coronavirus testing to meet our 100,000 tests a day target 30th April 2020 From today, Coronavirus testing has been extended further to protect our most vulnerable and keep people safe. National News
