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Discretionary Omicron grant now open
Businesses who have been severely impacted by Omicron can now apply for a one-off grant payment through the Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) scheme.
New Year – New homes
The keys to a new social housing development in Brantham were handed over to Babergh District Council this week, with doors opening to residents later this month.
A warmer, energy efficient future secured for residents in low-income homes
Residents in low-income homes across Babergh and Mid Suffolk can look forward to a warmer, more energy efficient future thanks to £1.9m in Government funding.
Councils chosen for pilot to ensure neighbourhoods have say on planning
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have today been named as part of a pilot scheme to allow residents an easier way to shape and influence development in their area.
Council leisure centres power their way to climate change solution
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are halfway through installing £2.8m worth of green energy measures at their leisure centres – providing the centres with renewable energy and slashing CO2 emissions.
Help is at hand this Christmas
Suffolk residents can still seek support over the festive period, with help available for anyone who is self-isolating, facing financial difficulties or struggling with their health and wellbeing.
Cllr Wendy Turner resigns from Mid Suffolk District Council
Cllr Wendy Turner has resigned from Mid Suffolk District Council, having moved away from the area to be closer to her family. She represented the Thurston Green ward since her election in May 2019, alongside Cllr Harry Richardson.
Babergh and Mid Suffolk leaders offer thanks and urge residents to get boosted now
The leaders of Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils, Cllr John Ward and Cllr Suzie Morley, are amongst Suffolk public sector leaders sending a joint message to Suffolk residents.
Blueprint for districts’ future development to progress
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have welcomed a decision by Planning Inspectors to allow work on their Joint Local Plan to continue – meaning the councils can ensure the right developments happen in the right places at the right time.
Free bus and taxi services across Suffolk for all those travelling for a vaccination
People in Suffolk can today take advantage of free bus and taxi rides to get to their vaccination appointment or to a vaccine drop-in clinic.