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Mid Suffolk District Council has agreed its 2026/2027 budget which will protect vital services and see further investment in town centres, sports facilities and boosting biodiversity and nature.

A new initiative distributing refurbished laptops will help tackle digital exclusion and isolation in Suffolk.

National Grid’s plan for more pylons in the Suffolk countryside should be halted, leading councillors from Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have told a public hearing today.

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils, in collaboration with East Suffolk District Council and MENTA, have launched a brand-new initiative designed to ignite curiosity, confidence, and ambition in young people

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are backing Ipswich’s bid to become City of Culture 2029 – saying it deserves Suffolk-wide support.

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are calling for urgent action by the Government to tighten regulations governing the spreading of sewage sludge on agricultural land, citing serious concerns for public health, farming and the environment.

Households across Suffolk can now get free access to an award-winning meal planner to help them eat healthily, save money and reduce food waste.

Local groups are being urged to apply for new funding from Mid Suffolk District Council, designed to connect people with nature and restore natural habitats within communities.

Suffolk residents can now borrow a thermal camera from their local library for free to detect where heat is escaping their homes and take action to stop the leaks.

There is just one week left for residents, businesses and local organisations to have their say on the future of how council services are delivered locally in Suffolk.

Darts legend Bobby George proved Stowmarket has hit the bullseye with its new community darts venue when he joined local VIPs and dignitaries today for the opening of The Bull Room.

Suffolk residents living in properties which are not energy efficient, could be eligible for funding to make their homes warmer and reduce their energy bills, thanks to Warm Homes Suffolk.

Community organisations located near the Gateway 14 development are being offered a funding boost to help launch and grow local projects.

A new 3G football pitch is set to be delivered in Stowmarket after funding from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation was secured.

A £1.5million fund to enhance Stowmarket town centre has been reopened for new applications – following a successful first round of funding.

Construction work on a ‘transformational’ state-of-the-art skills and innovation centre at Gateway 14 in Stowmarket has reached a key milestone.

Young people in Mid Suffolk are to be given ‘a voice for change’ after councillors gave cross-party support this week for the creation of a new Youth Council.

Mid Suffolk District Council has committed £1.8 million over the next three years to accelerate work which enhances biodiversity and nature – in a bid to safeguard the environment for generations

Suffolk residents, businesses and local organisations are being urged to take part in a once in a generation opportunity to shape how council services are delivered for their local communities.

More than £2million will be invested in projects across Mid Suffolk including a new sports pavilion, development work for a level crossing, and major play area revamp.