Latest news
25 March 2026
Ground broken on Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Centre
The construction of a new state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) centre in Bury St Edmunds is underway.
25 March 2026
Three additional markets set to return to Mildenhall
Following last year’s success, three additional markets will be returning to Mildenhall in 2026, bringing fresh opportunities for residents and visitors to shop locally, explore unique products and support independent traders.
25 March 2026
West Suffolk Development Control Committee to discuss change of use for former depot and warehouse
On Wednesday 1 April 2026, the West Suffolk Development Control Committee will consider a planning application for the former depot and warehouse on Olding Road, Bury St Edmunds.
23 March 2026
Powering progress with updated electric vehicle charging
Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers in West Suffolk car parks are being transferred to a new network, improving flexibility and overall user experience for drivers.
23 March 2026
Grants to further strengthen West Suffolk’s rural communities
A community grant scheme is set to further strengthen the great work that is taking place across West Suffolk’s rural communities.
23 March 2026
Call for sites to help meet future growth needs of West Suffolk
Developers and landowners are being asked to put forward sites to be considered for potential future growth in West Suffolk.
20 March 2026
More support to help residents park near to their home
More support to help residents living in Bury St Edmunds town centre park near to their home, will come into effect next month.
19 March 2026
Construction progresses on Marham Park shop
The construction of a long-awaited shop on Marham Park is progressing with the steel frame set to go up early next month.
17 March 2026
Kick off for Football Foundation PlayZones in West Suffolk
New Football Foundation PlayZones are to be created in three West Suffolk towns, with onsite works set to begin in the coming weeks.
17 March 2026
Behind the scenes tour of Bury Leisure Centre refurbishment
Today, West Suffolk councillors got a sneak peek at what has been going on at Bury Leisure Centre as part of a multimillion pound investment.