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Babergh beats off competition to land top spot for life satisfaction in Suffolk
A recent survey has ranked Babergh as having the greatest life satisfaction in the county – reflecting the district’s residents, businesses, heritage, and ‘natural’ beauty.
New owners announced at former Philips Avent manufacturing site
Babergh District Council has welcomed the announcement of new owners at the former Avent manufacturing facility on Lower Road in Glemsford.
Mendlesham homes pave way for community benefits
Mid Suffolk District Council today agreed detailed plans for 28 homes in Mendlesham – bringing new footpaths and public open space for the village, and providing low income house-hunters with ‘affordable homes’.
Babergh schoolchildren to benefit from the return of Creative Young Weavers
Primary schools in Sudbury will learn about the silk industry and weaving process as Creative Young Weavers returns – continuing the legacy of Sudbury Silk Stories and weaving the way for future generations.
Fresh plans unveiled for Sudbury’s post-Covid future
Fresh plans for the future of Sudbury town centre were unveiled for the first time today (Monday) at a public meeting of the Sudbury Vision Steering Group.
New in-house public realm service set to pave way for biodiversity ambitions
Babergh’s cabinet has approved plans which will see the management of public open spaces, playgrounds, and litter bins move in-house, in line with neighbouring Mid Suffolk.
Chairman re-elected to serve a second term
Babergh District Council has agreed that Councillor Kathryn Grandon will remain Chairman of the Council for 2020/21.
New Chairman of Mid Suffolk chooses local charity
Cllr Barry Humphreys MBE, Councillor for Chilton, Stowmarket has been elected Chairman of Mid Suffolk District Council and has selected Stowmarket Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) as his chosen charity for the year.
Councillors reach consensus in concerns about changes to the planning system
Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils this week approved a response to the Government’s planning consultation – with councillors in agreement that proposed changes would not support the councils’ ambition to build thriving communities with bright and healthy futures.
Chairman of Mid Suffolk donates to chosen charity
Mid Suffolk District Council Chairman, Cllr Lavinia Hadingham has donated £1244.78 to her chosen Charity, Home-Start Mid and West Suffolk raised during her term as Chairman.