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Helping local charity cut emissions and save money
A charity in Lowestoft reduces its environmental impact and its running costs thanks to donations from local district councillors.
Grant funding still available for businesses affected by Omicron variant of Covid-19
Hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses impacted by the Omicron variant of Covid-19 have until February 21 to apply for one-off grants of up to £6,000.
Expansion of Suffolk primary school underway to create more than 100 extra spaces
Works to expand a primary school in East Suffolk, creating an additional 105 spaces for pupils, are now underway.
Council welcomes closure of second homes tax loophole
East Suffolk Council has welcomed the announcement by RT Hon Michael Gove MP, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities that a loophole which allowed some second home owners to avoid paying either council tax or business rates is to be closed.
Post Office conservation repairs to begin
Conservation repairs to the façade of the Grade II listed former Post Office on London Road North, carried out as part of the London Road, Lowestoft High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) project, will be starting next week.
Landmark building completed on Felixstowe’s South Seafront
As part of ongoing investment in Felixstowe’s South Seafront, the development of a new iconic café has now been completed, bringing a new exciting resort experience one step closer.
We want to hear Youth Voices!
A scheme dedicated to involving young people in local issues which affect them is back and East Suffolk Council wants as many youngsters as possible to get involved and to help make a real difference.
Work begins on new community centre
Construction is officially underway on a new community centre for Framlingham residents, supported by £700,000 in developer contributions.
Save the date for the East Suffolk Digital Business Festival
East Suffolk’s annual business festival returns next month, with an online programme of events and seminars designed to support local businesses.
Have your say on Worlingham Neighbourhood Plan
Local residents are invited to comment on the Worlingham Neighbourhood Plan, ahead of it being submitted for independent examination.