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We want your views on our draft Communities Strategy!

We're proud to be developing our first Communities Strategy which will respond to the big changes we're experiencing in local government and the inevitable challenges we face in the future.

Severe Weather Emergency Protocol activated

Our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been activated today (Thursday 17 January) due to the drop-in temperatures forecasted by the Met Office.

Get 24/7 access & paperless billing with our new MyAccount portal

We understand that fitting life in around work can be a challenge … especially when it comes to things like your council tax.

Babergh District Council partners up to enhance & protect Pin Mill

Babergh District Council are working closely in partnership with Associated British Ports (ABP), Pin Mill Bay Community Interest Company (PMBCIC), Marine Management Organisation, Maritime & Coastguard Agency, Environment Agency and the National Trust to enhance and protect Pin Mill, a beautiful hamlet which is also a conservation area and official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Tell us what you think of our polling stations!

We want your views on our polling districts, places and stations.

Loss of Gas - Eye, Suffolk: Information for Mid Suffolk Residents

Residents affected by a gas leak in Eye, Suffolk on 12 November can find live progress updates from Cadent via the following channels:

Have your say on the Homes and Homelessness Reduction Strategies

We want your views on our draft Homes and Homelessness Reduction Strategies

Did you know you can make payments to the Council much more easily using direct debit?

Setting up a direct debit will take away the hassle of phoning up or filling in and posting a cheque.

Babergh Cabinet 13/09/2018 Decisions Notice

Decisions have been taken by the Cabinet and will come into effect on 21 September 2018 unless the call-in procedure is activated.

Nominate your Stars of Babergh and Mid Suffolk

The search is on to find the Stars of Babergh and Mid Suffolk!

Solar Panels Could Cost Less Than You Think

If you’ve been thinking about installing solar panels for your home, a new scheme will make the process easier for you.

Proposals for the future of former council offices now online

Proposals for the future of our former offices at now available online:

OVO Energy Tour of Britain Returns to Suffolk!

The OVO Energy Tour of Britain is coming back to Suffolk this September, travelling through Mid Suffolk on 8 September: find the route, and all the details on the Tour of Britain website.

New ways to access our services

We are making it quicker, easier and more convenient for people to contact us at a time of their choosing.

Babergh & Mid Suffolk Elections in 2018

There are no local elections in the Babergh district, or the Mid Suffolk district, during May 2018.

Stay Safe in the Snow

Severe Weather can create dangerous conditions, both out and about and in the home.

Have you had a Winter Flu Jab?

It’s time to think about getting a flu vaccination.

Superfast Broadband Availability Checker

Find out if you could benefit from Superfast Broadband!

Mid Suffolk Residents Named Third Happiest in the UK

The Office for National Statistics have released the results of a recent survey into the wellbeing of the national population.

Councils Look Back at Hard Work in 2016/17

Babergh and Mid Suffolk have published their End of Year Report 2016/17, a look at the work done and the goals met in the last financial year.

Delivering a Vision for Prosperity

Babergh and Mid Suffolk are calling on local people to come along and have their say on ‘Delivering a Vision for prosperity’.

Have Your Say on new Joint Local Plan

Babergh and Mid Suffolk are consulting on their draft Joint Local Plan: this document will shape development in the districts - and in all of our communities - for the next two decades.

Delays to Bin Collections

We would like to thank our residents for their patience and understanding over the disruptions to bin collections.

Have Your Say on new Ward Boundaries in your District

The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Mid Suffolk District Council and Babergh District Council.

New Pre Application Service For Planning

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are committed to delivering a high quality pre-application service which provides a thorough professional response to customers and have reviewed the service we offer.

Notice of Election: Coddenham Parish Council

Nominations are open for one position on Coddenham Parish Council.

Give a Wheelie Great Gift!

Why not treat friends or family to a new wheelie bin, with the gift of a subscription to our garden waste collection service.

Shared Legal Service Property Lawyer Vacancies

We are currently advertising for two Property Lawyers to join our Shared Legal Services Team based in Bury St Edmunds.

Notice of Election: UK Parliamentary Elections

Notices of Election have now been published and are available to view for the UK Parliamentary Elections on Thursday June 8 2017.

Notice of Result - Mendlesham NDP

Following the Referendum on Thursday 2 March 2017, Mendlesham have voted in favour of a Neighbourhood plan.

Coddenham Parish Council by-election Results

Following the by-election in Coddenham on Thursday 23 February 2017, Alexandra Darell-Brown has been duly elected to Coddenham Parish Council.

Share Your Views with the Housing & Planning Minister

The Department for Communities and Local Government is asking councils, housing associations and housing tenants to tell them what the major issues they are facing are.

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