On 25 September, the Beccles Southern Relief Road was officially opened by the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Suffolk, Robert Rous.

The 3rd annual Suffolk Care Home Olympics starts in October 2018. The purpose of the competition is to give care home residents a fun and enjoyable experience of sport whilst also highlighting the importance of physical activity within social care settings.

On 12 September, Suffolk County Council and Suffolk Association of Local Councils launched their annual search to find the most active town and villages in Suffolk.

On 24 August 2018, it was confirmed that 98% superfast broadband coverage will be achieved in Suffolk in 2020.

Self-reported statistics from Suffolk schools, released on 23 August, show that more students in Suffolk have achieved expected levels of GCSE attainment in English and maths this year.

Self-reported A-level figures, released on 16 August, show that Suffolk pupils have once again performed well with the number of A*-E grades awarded above the national average.

Councillor Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council, has today expressed his sadness following the death of Councillor Anne Whybrow.

Councillor Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council said:

Suffolk Fire and Rescue have been working tirelessly to tackle a large number of open air fires as a result of the recent hot weather.

On 24 July, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet approved a plan to pump £6million into upgrading Suffolk’s recycling centres.

On 16 July it was announced that Suffolk leaders have granted a six-figure sum to improve domestic abuse support services in the county – including plans for a dedicated contact point.