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Since 2021, Babergh District Council has provided free trees, hedging and wildflower seed to applicants with projects that benefit both biodiversity and the public.  To date, we have given away: Nea...

Dear Town and Parish clerks, Further to our discussions about Local Government Reorganisation in recent months, we are now able to provide more details and update you on the next steps. At our Full ...

 Babergh agrees to progress plans for three new unitary councilsCouncillors at a meeting of Babergh District Council gave the green light to progress plans for three new unitary councils as part of t...

Did you know that topping up your loft insulation helps to keep your home cool?It's true! And all of Suffolk's public sector organisations have teamed up to pay half your bill when you top up your ins...

Welcome to the PCC’s July update which includes the hot-off-the press news that Suffolk Constabulary has maintained its position as one of the safest counties in England and Wales, an update on the ...

sent on behalf of Cllr Andy Mellen, Mid Suffolk District Council leader, and Cllr John Ward, Babergh District Council leader Dear Town and Parish Clerks As 2026 gets under way, there is still an imp...

Council leaders back ‘Suffolk to the Power of Three’ option as part of local government reorganisation consultation Suffolk residents, businesses and local organisations are being urged to take p...

Good afternoon, Today the government has announced an important update on devolution. You may have heard the media reports late last night and this morning that the government is minded to delay t...