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Love East Suffolk this spring
East Suffolk residents are encouraged to get involved in community litter picking this spring.
Recycling electrical items is now even easier
To help recycle even more, residents in Kesgrave, Saxmundham and Martlesham will be able to dispose of their small electrical items through a new trial scheme.
Pardon the Weeds campaign returns to create a buzz
An annual scheme to promote biodiversity and cultivate East Suffolk’s wildlife population is set to return.
New homes acquired for affordable rent and shared ownership
House hunters will soon have the chance to secure one of 15 new affordable homes recently agreed for purchase by East Suffolk Council under a planning agreement.
Council to build more affordable new homes
As part of its commitment to increase the number of high-quality affordable and sustainable homes within its housing stock, East Suffolk Council has successfully secured planning permission for two new developments in the district.
Pitch perfect...with help of Enabling Communities Budget funding
A group of East Suffolk councillors have provided grant funding to help protect the playing surface at a local football club.
East Suffolk Council budget approved
East Suffolk Council (ESC) has reaffirmed its commitment to investment in local communities by approving a budget of over £30million to fund essential services in 2023/24.
Local youngsters inspire new-look castle themed play area
Work is underway on the refurbishment of a popular play area in Carlton Colville.
Suffolk councils secure £2.2m to improve tenants’ quality of life
Suffolk’s district and borough councils have secured £2.2m of Government funding to improve the standard of private rented homes in the county – tackling poor housing conditions and improving tenants’ wellbeing.
Imported food products surrendered following vehicle spot check
Food inspectors from East Suffolk Council helped intercept a quantity of suspected illegally imported meat following a vehicle stop in Lowestoft.