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Cllr Tim Weller and Cllr Laura Smith

Crucial grant aimed at tackling social isolation in winter returns for second year

17 October 2024
A grant aimed at tackling social isolation in winter has returned for a second year, thanks to funding from Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils.
Babergh District Council councillors and staff at Corks Lane

‘A significant investment in Hadleigh’s future’ - former council offices converted into homes go on the market

16 October 2024
The first homes developed at Babergh District Council’s former Corks Lane offices in Hadleigh have gone on the market – with the properties hailed as a significant investment in the town’s future.
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Suffolk councils join national campaign to save recycling from the bin

14 October 2024
The Suffolk Waste Partnership joins Recycle Week to celebrate Suffolk's recycling and help save packaging from the rubbish bin
Stowmarket community fun day 2024

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.
Sudbury community energy event

Stour 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 Valley to find out more about how they can get involved in creating a community energy scheme
Tim Robinson hosting the Innovation Awards in 2022

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.
Cllr Jessie Carter and Cllr Richard Winch

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.
Babergh and Mid Suffolk bin lorries

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
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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.
Cllr Deborah Saw and Cllr Andy Mellen

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.
Sign pointing to a public footpath

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
Kingfisher Leisure Centre

‘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.
Cllr Teresa Davis (MSDC) and Cllr Derek Davis (BDC)

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.
Heart of Suffolk Big Weekend

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.
The five solutions being put to Government

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.
Kingfisher Leisure Centre in Sudbury

Closure of Kingfisher Leisure Centre pool extended

30 August 2024
Pool will be closed until 14 September, but all other facilities remain open
Two of Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils' bin lorries

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
Property in Wetheringsett

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.
Kingfisher Leisure Centre

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 Suffolk promotional image with deadline to apply

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
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