A statement from Councillor Matthew Hicks following the very sad death of our former colleague, Mary Evans. Wednesday, 24 January, 2024 Statement from the Leader of Suffolk County Council Conservative Group, Councillor Matthew Hicks. Mary was a hugely dedicated and kind Councillor and a dear friend. She was determined to make a difference for the residents of Suffolk, whether in Clare Division or as a Cabinet Member and Deputy Leader of Suffolk County Council. In the most difficult times during the pandemic, when we faced so much... Local News
New SEND provision identified – ready to offer 168 additional spaces from September 2020 20th December 2019 Suffolk County Council is now in a position to provide further information regarding the development of new Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)... Local News
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service rated “Good” in Government inspection 17th December 2019 Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service has been rated "Good" for its effectiveness, efficiency and how well it leads and manages its staff. Suffolk Fire and Rescue... Local News
How many gritting runs does Suffolk Highways carry out in winter? 4th December 2019 Suffolk Highways' gritting season began on 1 October and runs through to the end of April, with a host of improvements brought in this year. Among those is a... Local News
Wear your White Ribbon with pride to stamp out domestic abuse 26th November 2019 On 25 November, the annual White Ribbon Campaign to stop domestic violence launched. The campaign runs until 10 December 2019. By wearing a white ribbon... Local News
Former Hawstead telephone box now houses life-saving defibrillator 25th November 2019 A defunct telephone box in Hawstead could now save lives, after it was re-purposed by the parish council. Local News
Redwoods Forest Preschool – Suffolk's first fully outdoor preschool 24th November 2019 Hidden deep in Nowton Park is a rather special preschool. The only clue to Redwoods Forest Preschool’s location is a carved wooden sign saying ‘forest school’ –... Local News
Suffolk primary school scoops sustainable travel award 28th October 2019 Children from Barrow Primary School have been recognised for their efforts in encouraging active travel to school. A recent study shows that more pupils are now... Local News
New and improved recycling centre to open next month 28th October 2019 A new and improved recycling centre will open in Bury St Edmunds at the end of November. The flagship site in Fornham Road will replace the current recycling... Local News
Suffolk County Council leader announces Cabinet reshuffle 15th October 2019 On 15 October, Councillor Matthew Hicks, the Leader of Suffolk County Council, announced changes to the councillors in his Cabinet. Local News
CPC23 Address from Penny Mordaunt 4th October 2023 Find out what Penny Mordaunt, Leader of the House of Commons, said to CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Suella Braverman 3rd October 2023 Find out what Home Secretary Suella Braverman said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Alex Chalk 3rd October 2023 Find out what Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary Alex Chalk said to CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Michael Gove 3rd October 2023 Find out what Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Michelle Donelan 3rd October 2023 Find out what Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Steve Barclay 3rd October 2023 Find out what Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay said at CPC23 here. National News