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Developer cash set to help preserve local history and update community facilities
11 September 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk communities are set to see more than £836,000 injected back into local projects
‘Extensive’ repairs required at Kingfisher Leisure Centre Pool
09 September 2024
Further inspection of a damaged roof at Kingfisher Leisure Centre in Sudbury has highlighted extensive works are required before the town’s swimming pool can reopen to the public.
Councils to plug employment skills gap for local businesses
06 September 2024
An innovative project designed to support people into employment, including help for those facing mental health challenges in the workplace, has been launched.
VIP experiences, exclusive prizes and free tickets up for grabs in Babergh and Mid Suffolk’s Big Weekend
04 September 2024
A spa day for two, VIP experience at Jimmy’s Farm, and free tickets for days out are among the prizes people in Babergh and Mid Suffolk could soon win in a free prize draw.
Suffolk councils join forces to urge government to save council homes
03 September 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils support five-point action plan being put to the Government.
Closure of Kingfisher Leisure Centre pool extended
30 August 2024
Pool will be closed until 14 September, but all other facilities remain open
New collections herald ‘recycling revolution’ for households
30 August 2024
Residents in Babergh and Mid Suffolk will not only see the introduction of new weekly food waste collections from 2026, but could also enjoy a ‘recycling revolution’ under new plans
Building excellence awards a five-star success for Babergh and Mid Suffolk
29 August 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils’ Building Control team has been recognised with five top awards at a prestigious ceremony.
Temporary closure of Kingfisher Leisure Centre's swimming pool
23 August 2024
The pool will be closed for at least at week for a damaged roof to be repaired.
Solar Together launches in Suffolk - offering residents affordable renewable energy sources
20 August 2024
Suffolk residents will boost local renewable energy generation, cut carbon emissions, and save on energy bills with a community-led solar panel initiative
Districts to benefit from new electric vehicle scheme
14 August 2024
Residents in Babergh and Mid Suffolk are set to benefit from a new electric vehicle initiative
Councils’ objection to National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury pylon proposals
12 August 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have now published their full response to National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury consultation
Councils to host Call for land summit in September
08 August 2024
Councils are putting landowners in touch with organisations that can help them improve their land for wildlife and nature
Sports and recreation in Babergh gets £118K boost
07 August 2024
Two separate sports and recreational projects in Babergh are to receive an injection of more than £118k from Babergh District Council, thanks to funds collected from developers.
Businesses to be recognised as Innovation Awards return for 2024
05 August 2024
Businesses across the districts are set to be recognised for their fresh thinking and new ideas, as Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils’ Innovation Awards return this autumn.
‘Sudbury Sounds’ please crowd as musical project reaches crescendo
30 July 2024
A programme of musical workshops reached its climax in Sudbury after another harmonious collaboration between Babergh District Council, national charity Orchestras Live, and a renowned professional orchestra.
Babergh and Mid Suffolk join bid to boost local tourism
30 July 2024
Suffolk Public Sectors Leaders group – which includes Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils – has agreed to a five-year funding programme to help enhance tourism across the region.
Councils first in country to clear the way for listed building energy upgrades
30 July 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils will clear the way for thousands of listed building owners to make sensitive energy efficiency upgrades – in a new approach which is the first of its kind in the country.
Parking charges decision to be made after extensive feedback and all options considered
25 July 2024
‘We’ve sought extensive feedback and thoroughly explored every option’ – that’s the message as Babergh District Council is set to make a final decision on introducing modest short-term parking charges.
New brand launched to help Suffolk Coast get Wildlife Wise
24 July 2024
A project working with local residents and visitors to prevent disturbance and damage to wildlife and habitats along the Suffolk Coast has been given a fresh new look.