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Britain’s biggest professional cycle race and the UK’s largest free-to-spectate live sporting event will return to Suffolk this September, as the opening stages of the race take place in the region on Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 September.

Feel Good Suffolk is launching a new campaign to promote the free support available to help the county’s residents enjoy a healthier summer.

Communities in Babergh and Mid Suffolk are set for another summer of fun as a hugely popular series of events returns for another year.

Cross-party councillors have unanimously condemned Government criticism of local planning authorities and attempts to “rob them” of their democratic powers

Stunning walks and fantastic places to eat are showcased across Babergh and Mid Suffolk in a new initiative.

Cllr Elisabeth Malvisi has been elected as chair of Babergh District Council – resuming the role she has carried out for most of the last two years.

Thousands of listed building owners could find it easier to make windows more energy efficient under innovative proposals from Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.

In 2026, Babergh District Council will be supporting a national celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of iconic Suffolk-born artist John Constable (1776-1837).

Six electric vehicles have arrived at three locations across Babergh and Mid Suffolk for communities to use as part of the Plug In Suffolk Car Club

Improvements to village halls and community hubs are amongst the latest projects to receive a funding boost from Babergh District Council.

 Cllr Jessie Carter is stepping down from her position as Babergh District Council’s Housing portfolio holder after two years.

Babergh District Council’s newly-elected Chair Cllr Ruth Hendry is supporting a charity close to her heart for her fundraising this year, having revealed she experienced domestic abuse as teenager.

The newly elected leader of Babergh District Council says there is a ‘long and ambitious list’ for the district ahead of major changes to local councils in the next three years.

Applications for a popular free tree scheme are now open for families in Babergh and Mid Suffolk celebrating new arrivals.

Suffolk’s five district and borough councils are launching a county-wide survey asking people for their views on the future of vital local government services.

Babergh’s outgoing Chair, Cllr Elisabeth Malvisi, has raised more than £3,800 to be shared equally between her two chosen charities.

Housing teams at Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have turned the tide for tenants, transforming the service they provide and promising further improvements still with the launch of their new ‘repairs pledges’.

Two new electric bikes can now be hired in Sudbury thanks to a new partnership between the council and Suffolk-based electric bike company EEZYBIKE

Ahead of the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday, 8 May, Cllr Elisabeth Malvisi has issued a message to mark the occasion.

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils have restated their commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant – an important pledge for thousands of families in the districts.