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Over £1m of COVID-19 funding still available to businesses in Babergh and Mid Suffolk
Almost 4000 businesses in Babergh and Mid Suffolk have benefited from COVID-19 business grants since March but there is still over £1m worth of funding available to claim before the scheme closes.
Babergh and Mid Suffolk receive Government funding to install solar carports
Environmentally-friendly initiatives across Babergh and Mid Suffolk, including electricity micro-generation and solar storage carports, have received a major boost this week, with government matched funding of up to £800,000.
Council homes for Eye get go-ahead
The long-awaited redevelopment of a former care home in Eye took a major step forward this week with planning permission granted for 16 ‘affordable homes’ to be built on the site.
Approval for Wherstead industrial park helps get Babergh back in business
Babergh District Council today approved plans for new commercial units in Wherstead – generating investment and 300 jobs in the area, in addition to paving the way for much-needed highways improvements.
Wheels in motion for Babergh and Mid Suffolk’s healthy future
Last week, councillors at Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils approved proposals to create a joint Sustainable Travel Action Plan to further encourage sustainable transport, following cross-party support.
Councils advance vision for great communities
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have this week approved a timetable for the Joint Local Plan – further supporting the councils’ ambition to build thriving communities with bright and healthy futures.
CIFCO to continue to generate vital funds for councils
Councillors at both Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have this week approved plans for property investment company CIFCO to continue to bring in funds to support the districts’ recovery.
Councils encourage communities to get active this summer
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are working with partners and communities to help keep families fit, safe and active during the school summer holidays.
Stick with it Suffolk – wear a face covering
Suffolk residents are being asked to keep looking out for each other and combat Covid-19 by wearing a face covering in shops from tomorrow (Friday 24 July).
Chilton Woods development takes a major step forward
The long-awaited Chilton Woods development site on the edge of Sudbury took a major step forward today as Suffolk County Council exchanged contracts with housing developer Taylor Wimpey.