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Suffolk residents urged to accept Food Savvy mission to reduce food waste and serve another day
Households across Suffolk and Norfolk are being urged to sign up for a mission to do their bit to protect the planet and help get the best out of salad and vegetables.
Fraud prevention commitment protects millions in public funds
More than £3.85 million of public funding was protected as a result of investigation work by East Suffolk Council’s (ESC) Corporate Fraud Service in 2022/23.
New activity park opens in Felixstowe
Development of a new seaside leisure site has reached new heights with the opening of its activity park area, featuring climbing walls, sports equipment and games.
Designs revealed for £4.9m seafront development
As part of a major programme to reinvigorate Lowestoft’s seafront, designs have been finalised for the next phase of improvements at Jubilee Parade.
Concerns over proposed ticket office closure
The Leader of East Suffolk Council has expressed her concerns about proposals to close the ticket office at Lowestoft Station.
Leader advises developer to address incinerator concerns
The Leader of East Suffolk Council is urging a developer to address concerns about their proposed incinerator.
Support for further discussions on offshore options
East Suffolk Council recognises the need to deliver renewable infrastructure to help achieve the UK’s net zero targets, but this cannot be at any cost. National Grid Electricity System Operator’s Offshore Coordination Phase 1 Final Report (2020) previously identified the significant savings that an integrated approach to the electricity network could secure for consumers in the long term. Whilst there is a wider longer-term strive towards integrated approaches being recognised, East Anglia is facing the onslaught of multiple infrastructure projects now and so it is essential that further consideration is given to integrated solutions as a matter of urgency.
National awards for two East Suffolk green spaces
Two green spaces in East Suffolk have been officially recognised as being amongst the best in the country after receiving a Green Flag Award.
Work begins on development of sustainable, affordable housing in Lowestoft
East Suffolk Council is celebrating the start of work to build new, sustainable, local authority manged social housing in Lowestoft.
App launched for on-demand bus service
An on-demand bus service providing transport for rural communities is now even easier to book following the launch of a new app.