The proposal focuses on reinstating the historic Beccles building to its original appearance, while introducing carefully considered upgrades to ensure the branch remains functional and accessible.

Despite the scale of the damage, developers stress that the original building will not be altered, with works designed around a "minimum intervention" approach.

Police were on the scene to cordon off the bank and oversee recovery operations (Image: Victoria Humphrey)

The attack happened at about 3am on March 4, when thieves drove a stolen JCB into the building, causing part of it to collapse before tearing the cash machine........

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