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22 July 2026
Developer’s High Court challenge to Local Plan is dismissed
A High Court legal challenge that sought to quash all or part of the West Suffolk Local Plan has been dismissed by a Judge.
22 July 2026
£1,693,000 Haverhill High Street enhancements agreed by West Suffolk Cabinet
Plans to invest £1.693 million in transforming Haverhill town centre have been approved by West Suffolk Cabinet, paving the way for improvements designed to increase visitors, support local businesses and create a more vibrant High Street.
21 July 2026
Energy efficiency loans available for West Suffolk homeowners
Homeowners across West Suffolk can now apply for a loan to help fund energy efficiency improvements to their homes, thanks to a new partnership between West Suffolk Council, Suffolk County Council’s Warm Homes loan and Lendology.
20 July 2026
New PlayZones open in three West Suffolk towns
New PlayZones offering a mix of free casual use for the community including children and teenagers, and pay for sessions, have officially opened in three West Suffolk towns.
20 July 2026
Have your say on vision for development site
A public consultation has opened on a draft masterplan that will shape how new homes and employment is delivered at a site on the edge of Bury St Edmunds.
20 July 2026
Further support for homeless households in West Suffolk
New council accommodation will support West Suffolk residents who become homeless as well as veterans, care leavers and people fleeing domestic abuse.
17 July 2026
Have your say on local parks!
Residents have the chance to say what they love, like and loathe about parks in West Suffolk.
17 July 2026
Highest honour for West Suffolk’s support for UK Armed Forces
West Suffolk Council’s commitment to the Armed Forces including veterans, reservist, military spouses and cadets, has seen it awarded a special status.
16 July 2026
Funding support helps village hall cut energy costs and lower carbon emissions
A community hall is set to benefit from reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint after securing two environmental funding programmes.
16 July 2026
Crucial Crew helps record 1,100 students with vital life skills
A record 1,100 primary school students have gained invaluable life skills to help keep them safe as part of a West Suffolk Council initiative.