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Exciting programme of half term activities for children in Babergh and Mid Suffolk
08 October 2024
Children across the districts have a wide range of activities to choose from this half term thanks to a programme of events put together by Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.
Stour River Valley communities invited to join community energy revolution
08 October 2024
Babergh District Council are inviting residents, including groups and businesses, from across the Stour River Valley to find out more about how they can get involved in creating a community energy scheme
Businesses recognised as Innovation Awards shortlist revealed
04 October 2024
The finalists for the Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils Innovation Awards have been revealed.
Councils renew call for urgent government action to end council housing funding crisis
27 September 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have renewed their call for urgent government action to end the financial crisis that is currently facing council housing.
Increased bin collections set to herald ‘recycling revolution’
27 September 2024
Residents in Babergh and Mid Suffolk will get more opportunities to recycle from 2026 as part of nationwide changes to waste collections
Have your say on our new economic strategy
26 September 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are developing a new economic strategy and want to hear your views.
Councils issue response after devolution deal scrapped
13 September 2024
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have added their voices to a joint statement following the news that a proposed Suffolk devolution deal has been scrapped by the Government.
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