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Help for those most in need to remain at home
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have approved a new Housing Assistance Policy to help residents suffering with a long-term illness adapt their homes.
Step inside Sudbury’s new exercise studio
The first phase of a £2.4m extension and new facilities at Kingfisher Leisure Centre, Sudbury has been completed this month, with community groups offered the chance to apply for free use of the space.
Councils’ £420k three-year guarantee to support Citizens Advice
At cabinet meetings this week, councillors at Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils gave the go ahead to support Citizens Advice (CA) with more than £420k.
Babergh councillors consider budget for 2020/21
The first draft of Babergh District Council’s budget for 2020/21 is set to be considered by councillors next week, including an increase in council tax that will see £5 a year added to the bill of a Band D Property.
What next for Sudbury? Public showcase for plans announced
Babergh District Council is throwing open the doors to a special public exhibition later this month – to share proposals for the town with Sudbury residents.
Green light for £2.4m sixth form centre funding
Funding of £2.4m for a new sixth form centre at Stowupland High School, has been given the green light by councillors at Mid Suffolk District Council today.
Mid Suffolk councillors consider budget for 2020/21
The first draft of Mid Suffolk District Council’s budget for 2020/21 is set to be considered by councillors later this month, including a 1.66% increase in its share of council tax, adding £2.76 a year to the bill of a Band D Property.
New cycling proficiency area for Sudbury youngsters
Sudbury’s Belle Vue Park has seen the latest improvement to its play provision, with the creation of a new cycling proficiency area opened this month by Babergh District Council.
Councils to consider move to clamp down on Council Tax fraud – while helping those in need
Penalties may be introduced in Babergh and Mid Suffolk to tackle council tax fraud, alongside new protocol to help those in genuine need, following cabinet discussions next month.
Next phase in development of Needham Lake visitor centre and café agreed
Plans for a £600,000 visitor centre/cafe at Needham Lake have been approved and a local operator selected to run it – supporting local youth work and boosting tourism to the town.