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Free beach volleyball this summer!
Lowestoft residents are invited to get active this summer by getting involved in a game of volleyball, following the installation of new volleyball posts on the beach.
Free compost on offer at ‘Shovel It Yourself’ event
Green-fingered residents are being invited to grab a shovel and help themselves to some free compost made from garden waste collected from bins across East Suffolk.
Leiston benefits from free Wi-Fi extension following Sizewell C support
East Suffolk Council’s free Wi-Fi network has been extended to cover a larger area of Leiston, thanks to support from Sizewell C.
Have your say on Lowestoft Neighbourhood Plan
Lowestoft Town Council has submitted their Neighbourhood Plan to East Suffolk Council, ahead of it undergoing an independent examination, and residents are invited to submit their comments.
Coastal management changes for East Suffolk
On 31 March 2025, Coastal Partnership East, the coastal management partnership of North Norfolk District Council, Great Yarmouth Borough Council and East Suffolk Council, was dissolved.
Temporary prom closure to enable major development to progress
To enable construction work to progress on a major seafront development in Lowestoft, a section of the lower promenade will be temporarily closed to vehicles for four weeks.
Reducing litter beside East Suffolk’s major roads
As part of an ongoing programme of work to reduce roadside litter and improve the appearance of the district for residents and visitors, litter picking will take place alongside the A14 later this month.
Funding available for community groups in Lowestoft
Voluntary and community groups in Lowestoft and the surrounding villages are set to benefit from a new funding scheme which launches next week.
Authorities combine for collective day of action in Saxmundham
Council officers have taken part in a multi-agency day of action to improve community safety in Saxmundham.
Local landmark receives restoration grant
East Suffolk Council has provided funding towards repairing the Moot Hall in Aldeburgh.