Press releases
26 August 2026
Suffolk residents can get a free proposal to replace ageing heating systems with heat pumps, and access a government grant for installation
Suffolk’s public sector organisations have come together to help residents in Suffolk replace ageing gas, oil or boilers with a heat pump.
26 August 2026
Community centre cuts costs with solar panel installation
A council-supported funding programme aimed at reducing energy bills and carbon emissions has enabled a local community centre to improve their energy efficiency.
25 August 2026
Powering change: The interns’ energy efficiency project
During our 12-week internship at West Suffolk Council, the interns have been working with the Private Sector Housing team to promote a new service for rental properties in West Suffolk, called the Landlord Retrofit Hub.
25 August 2026
Milestone marked on West Suffolk Council’s Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Centre
A key point in the construction of West Suffolk Council’s new £17 million Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) Centre in Bury St Edmunds has been celebrated with a steel signing ceremony on site.
24 August 2026
Deadline approaching for West Suffolk’s Go For It grants
Community groups with a bright idea to help their local area, only have a few week’s left to apply for West Suffolk Council’s Go For It grants.
20 August 2026
Landlord fined for failing to address electrical safety concerns in time
West Suffolk Council is warning private sector landlords of the seriousness of fixing urgent safety hazards, after its decision to issue a £7,500 fine was upheld by a court.
17 August 2026
Kitemark could further national loans to council’s museums
West Suffolk Council’s museums have been recognised by Arts Council England under its full accreditation scheme.
11 August 2026
West Suffolk to strengthen climate action while helping cut energy bills
With the UK seeing record temperatures, fires and hosepipe bans, West Suffolk Council has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing climate change whilst also saving residents and local businesses money.
5 August 2026
Rougham Hill redevelopment is given planning approval
A redevelopment to improve a gateway off the A14 into Bury St Edmunds, creating jobs and income for public services, has today been given planning approval.
4 August 2026
Two funding initiatives help community centre to reduce bills and carbon footprint
Two funding schemes have enabled a community centre to significantly reduce its energy costs and carbon emissions through the installation of solar panels and battery storage.