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12 June 2026
Free parking trials to begin in three towns later this month
A pilot scheme enabling shoppers in Haverhill and Newmarket to park for the first hour for free, will come into effect from Monday 22 June.
11 June 2026
Planning application for expansion of West Suffolk Operational Hub to be submitted soon
A planning application to expand the West Suffolk Operational Hub, in Fornham St Martin, is to be submitted soon.
9 June 2026
West Suffolk a finalist in regional Planning Authority of the Year
West Suffolk Council has been named as a regional finalist for Planning Authority of the Year by the Royal Town Planning Institute.
4 June 2026
Dragons and a T-Rex as family spectacular returns to West Stow
There are just a few weeks left to go until Dragon Fest and families who book tickets now can save £5 per person.
1 June 2026
How The Apex is supporting West Suffolk businesses and jobs
A council run venue that brought its catering back in-house, is expanding its list of West Suffolk suppliers, keeping food fresh while also earning top marks for hygiene.
29 May 2026
West Suffolk celebrates one year of ‘Recycling-on-the-Go’ success
One year on from the launch of ‘Recycling-on-the-Go’ bins in West Suffolk, the initiative has helped thousands of residents recycle while out and about.
27 May 2026
Planning decision due on Rougham Hill redevelopment
A key milestone in a project to improve a gateway site off the A14 into Bury St Edmunds, creating jobs and long-term income for public services, could be reached next week.
21 May 2026
Hardwick Heath pond to reopen through new partnership supporting young people
Hardwick Heath Pond set to re-open on a booked basis thanks to local organisation.
21 May 2026
“The biggest celebration of St Edmund since the days of the Abbey”
He was England’s first patron saint - slain by Vikings, his remains brought to Bury St Edmunds and an Abbey of international importance, built around his tomb.
20 May 2026
West Suffolk approves taxi and private hire vehicle emissions change
Changes to how emissions from taxis and private hire vehicles are managed in West Suffolk will be introduced from 1 July, after they were approved by councillors.