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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.
New defibrillator available for Kesgrave community
A local community centre has installed a second life-saving defibrillator, thanks to funding from an East Suffolk councillor.
International cycling event’s £600,000 boost to local economy
An international cycling event hosted in East Suffolk was worth an estimated £600,000 to the local economy, according to study of visitor numbers and related expenditure.
Applications now open for Community Pantries grants
Community groups, organisations and town and parish councils are invited to apply for a new grant scheme which will help provide affordable food to East Suffolk residents in need.
Help East Suffolk bloom by joining new planting campaign
Colourful crops of daffodils are set to bloom across East Suffolk with the launch of a new perennial planting initiative.