News last year
23 December 2025
Planning application submitted for works at Olding Road site in Bury St Edmunds for new recreational leisure facilities
A planning application has been submitted to the local planning authority for the redevelopment of a disused site.
18 December 2025
Improving Community Governance arrangements in West Suffolk
West Suffolk Council is conducting an interim review of town and parish councils to ensure that the arrangements reflect communities and work effectively for residents.
18 December 2025
Extended closure for two shops that sold illegal, harmful products
The closures of two shops that sold illegal tobacco and vapes despite warnings from police and trading standards, have been extended by a further three months.
15 December 2025
Community fund to get more residents active and back into sport
Grassroots sports clubs across West Suffolk can now apply for grants from a £25,000 fund designed to boost activity and benefit residents’ physical and mental health.
12 December 2025
Adventure awaits: £243k revamp transforms play areas across West Suffolk
Four play areas in West Suffolk have received makeovers over the last few months as part of a Council funded programme for playground refurbishment and developers S106 contributions worth £243,000.
12 December 2025
Start-up grant opens doors for West Suffolk entrepreneurs
Aspiring entrepreneurs and newly established businesses in West Suffolk are being given a major boost through a startup grant initiative.
12 December 2025
Warm spaces and additional support for West Suffolk residents this winter
Community activities are being put on across more than 40 warm spaces this winter with West Suffolk Council providing additional support and advice to residents.
12 December 2025
Free activities during school holidays for families who need support
With the school holidays a week away, children from families in need of support can book onto discretionary places for free activities coordinated by West Suffolk Council.
5 December 2025
Adnams to re-open in new Bury St Edmunds shop at The Old Post Office
Adnams has announced it will open the doors to its new Bury St Edmunds store on Wednesday 10 December.
3 December 2025
Operator of illegal caravan park is prosecuted
The operator of an illegal caravan park in Brandon has been ordered to pay more than £1,800 after a successful prosecution by West Suffolk Council.