Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
Make Your Health a Priority with an NHS Health Check - by Councillor Steve Wiles
It’s always a great time to think about your health and well-being. One of the best decisions you can make is to prioritise your health by taking advantage of a...
21 Jan 2025
Council making net zero gains, but still work to do
Suffolk County Council continues to bring down its carbon emissions, with significant reductions from council-owned street lighting, vehicles and buildings, but...
20 Jan 2025
OPINION: Politics should be put aside to make the most of devolution
Column by Cllr Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council
15 Jan 2025
Detailed report provides blueprint for changes to Suffolk’s SEND services
A report has been published that provides the most detailed assessment of need for SEND services in Suffolk and will be used as a blueprint for immediate change.
13 Jan 2025
Latest changes to Sea Link plans are not enough
Suffolk County Council continues to object to proposed plans for National Grid’s Sea Link project, despite recent changes to the scheme.
13 Jan 2025
Suffolk commits to devolution fast track
Suffolk should be fast tracked for devolution and local government reorganisation, councillors have decided.
09 Jan 2025
Milestone reached on major infrastructure project
Bridge Farm Bridge, in Stowlangtoft, is a significant project for Suffolk Highways, whose works will ensure the longevity of the structure which will benefit the...
07 Jan 2025
Unique landscape to be changed forever by pylons
A large area of landscape on the Norfolk/Suffolk border with particular uniqueness, rivalling those of other nationally protected landscapes, is set to be decimated...
07 Jan 2025
Council’s budget prioritises vulnerable residents and essential services
Suffolk County Council has unveiled its proposed budget for 2025/26, with a strong focus on supporting vulnerable residents across the county.
06 Jan 2025
Primary school application deadline approaches
Parents and carers have until Wednesday 15 January 2025 to submit an application to secure their child’s place at a primary, infant or junior school for September...
06 Jan 2025
Suffolk councillors to consider devolution and council reorganisation
Suffolk County Council will hold an extraordinary meeting of councillors, and a meeting of its Cabinet, to debate and then decide on whether or not to put Suffolk...
30 Dec 2024
Consumers warned by Trading Standards to look out for dangerous faulty goods
Thousands of dangerous goods are seized at Port of Felixstowe throughout the year but consumers are warned they still need to be on their fuard.
20 Dec 2024