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Sizewell C is 'all systems go' - in spite of Iran War

Sizewell C is 'all systems go' - in spite of Iran War

The Iran War will not throw Suffolk's £38bn new nuclear project off course, Sizewell C's boss insists.

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Top Suffolk public school to merge with group of 15 independent schools

Top Suffolk public school to merge with group of 15 independent schools

A top Suffolk public school is set to merge with a charitable group of independent schools.

02.03.2026 10

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Major milestone as train arrives at Sizewell C

Major milestone as train arrives at Sizewell C

A train bearing aggregate arrived at Sizewell C to support more rail infrastructure at the site.

02.03.2026 8

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Farmers asked to play their part in saving Waveney Valley barn owls

Farmers are being asked to help provide homes for barn owls as the nesting season gets under way.

25.02.2026 10

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One Suffolk garage set for sale as ATS Euromaster announces closure plans

One ATS Euromaster In Suffolk has been earmarked for sale as others across the region prepare to close under proposals laid out by the company.

24.02.2026 7

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Suffolk runner defies odds to compete in Tokyo Marathon after devastating stroke

A Suffolk man is preparing to run the Tokyo Marathon next month - three years after suffering a stroke.

19.02.2026 9

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Fast-growing bakery group snaps up farm shop and cafe

A fast-growing bakery group has snapped up Marlesford Farm Shop and Cafe near Woodbridge for an undisclosed sum.

17.02.2026 10

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Cycle Revolution files Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators

A regional bike shop chain says operations are continuing "as normal" after filing a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators.

13.02.2026 10

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Cycle Revolution files Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators

A regional bike shop chain says operations are continuing "as normal" after filing a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators.

13.02.2026 4

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Now in its second year: The sell-out Suffolk cheese based on a French classic

A sell-out seasonal cheese made by Suffolk dairy farmers has launched for its second season.

12.02.2026 1

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Villager opposes big new factory as she leads bid to revive pub

A company director is opposing plans to site a 10,406sq m egg incubator factory in her village.

06.02.2026 7

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Shake-up at Suffolk bakery group as son joins business in bid for big expansion

The owner of a fast-growing bakery chain started in Suffolk will be joined by his son as the business sets its sights on major expansion.

04.02.2026 10

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Skip hire boss given Freedom of the City of London

The boss of a recycling, skip hire and demolition business based in Suffolk has been given the Freedom of the City of London.

27.01.2026 3

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Farmers to relaunch café and bar at country wellness barn as 'Revive'

Farmers behind a health and wellness centre are re-launching their hospitality operation with the aim of broadening its appeal.

16.01.2026 4

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Contracts worth nearly £1bn secured by local businesses at start of Sizewell C

As the £38bn Sizewell C power plant reaches moves into its third year, nuclear chiefs are celebrating a "hugely successful" start to the build.

15.01.2026 10

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Historic Hall could become part of landmark heating project

A Grade I stately home in Suffolk could become part of a landmark net zero heating project.

06.01.2026 7

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New contract for Sizewell C creates 350 jobs at Orwell Logistics Park

Around 350 jobs are set to be created in the Ipswich area as an Essex logistics firm secures a contract with Sizewell C nuclear power plant.

20.12.2025 7

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Suffolk pig farming business scoops national sustainability award

One of Europe's largest independent pig genetics businesses - which is based in Suffolk - has scooped a national sustainability award.

17.12.2025 5

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Change at the top of Sizewell C as joint boss steps down

One of two nuclear chiefs at Sizewell C is stepping down and the other stepping up as the project enters its full construction phase.

12.12.2025 7

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'Chuffed' sheep shearing farm student wins national Further Education award

A "brilliant" young farming student has scooped a national award for his performance at his local land-based college.

05.12.2025 5

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Top team at accountancy firm is crowned region's top dealmakers

A crack team of chartered accountants is celebrating after being named as the region's top deal-makers.

05.12.2025 5

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'Major boost' - new nuclear plant could transform Suffolk's struggling economy

Sizewell C is set to be a major boost to Suffolk's struggling economy - leading it to outperform the UK as a whole, according to a major new report.

05.12.2025 6

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Distillery breaks with tradition as it pays tribute to beloved whisky maker

The team at Adnams has picked its first Distiller’s Choice in more than a year.

28.11.2025 10

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Budget 2025: Suffolk hospitality firms feel the pinch as Living Wage goes up

Firms in Suffolk are already counting the cost of the Budget after an early announcement that the minimum and living wage will be going up next year.

27.11.2025 5

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Award-winning bakery 'delighted' with top award

A fast-growing bakery chain has fought off stiff competition from two other highly-renowned businesses to take the Suffolk crown at a national...

27.11.2025 5

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Farm mental health charity sees worrying rise in calls from stressed farmers

A farm mental health charity says it is seeing unprecedented levels of calls as more stressed farmers reach out.

22.11.2025 7

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Pioneering research tool created by Bury St Edmunds firm used by UEA scientists

A pioneering research tool created by a Suffolk firm is being used by top scientists at the University of East Anglia (UEA).

19.11.2025 6

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Regional retail chain owner's big asks of the chancellor ahead of Budget

A fifth-generation retailer is calling on the chancellor to cut import duties and VAT on luxury goods to help boost his business.

18.11.2025 6

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Young farmer 'overwhelmed at response' at first ever Lady Mayor's Show in London

A young farmer who took part in an historic Lady Mayor’s Show in London says he is hugely thankful for the overwhelming public response.

14.11.2025 6

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Worried turkey producer cancels break as bird flu cases rise ahead of Christmas

A turkey farmer has sacrificed a planned break this weekend as bird flu cases rise.

14.11.2025 5

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Worried turkey producer cancels break as bird flu cases rise ahead of Christmas

A turkey farmer has sacrificed a planned break this weekend as bird flu cases rise.

14.11.2025 4

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Scheme helping ex-prisoners into work to be launched in Suffolk

Employers are being urged to sign up to a scheme helping ex-offenders into work which is being launched in Suffolk later this month.

06.11.2025 7

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Suffolk pig farmer praised for 'showing determination in the face of adversity'

Three years ago pig farmer Chris Fogden nearly quit the industry. Now he is in a much happier place.

02.11.2025 5

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Thousands of Christmas turkeys culled at Suffolk farm after bird flu outbreak

Thousands of Christmas turkeys which were being fattened for the festive market are being culled on a west Suffolk farm after bird flu was discovered...

01.11.2025 7

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UEA student wins top prize for endangered bird research

A student who studied an endangered bird for his masters dissertation has scooped a £1k prize for his work.

31.10.2025 6

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Second case of bird flu found in large poultry unit in Suffolk

A second case of bird flu has been discovered in another large commercial poultry unit in Suffolk - just days after the first case was confirmed.

31.10.2025 6

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Supermarket to sell 'Fenland Celery' in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire

A hand-picked British heritage crop is set to hit select supermarket shelves for a brief period.

31.10.2025 7

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Norfolk poultry farmers welcome government bird flu housing order

Poultry farmers have welcomed a government decision to order flocks indoors after the latest bird flu outbreak near Lakenheath.

30.10.2025 5

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Christmas turkey farmers call for action after bird flu outbreak

Norfolk and Suffolk poultry farmers are calling for action ahead of their critical Christmas period after bird flu was discovered in a commercial...

28.10.2025 4

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10,700 tonne electricity converter lowered into place off the Suffolk coast

An energy converter which is heavier than the Eiffel Tower and taller than the Statue of Liberty has been lifted into place off the Suffolk coast.

28.10.2025 5

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Doctors launch Virtual Reality package aimed at cutting farmer suicide rate

Three Suffolk doctors have launched an innovative Virtual Reality (VR) tool which they hope will save farmers' lives by nipping mental health problems...

24.10.2025 8

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Accountancy firm takes over third firm in year of growth

An accountancy firm has expanded its regional footprint with its third acquisition in a year.

22.10.2025 10

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Small businesses to board HelpBnk 'Dream Machine' bus at Suffolk FSB bootcamp

Small businesses will get a chance to pitch their dream to Simon Squibb’s HelpBnk team at a bootcamp in Suffolk.

22.10.2025 10

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Tearful staff overwhelmed by wellwishers as Coopers hardware stores close

There were tears as a chain of traditional hardware stores operating across Suffolk and Norfolk closed for good this weekend.

19.10.2025 4

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Leading farmer warns region's £1.4bn industry is under 'huge pressure'

One of the region's leading farmers has called on the government to support the industry following "poorly thought-out" policy decisions since taking...

18.10.2025 5

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Earl tells 'true story' of Guinness succession as Netflix series hits screens

Suffolk earl Lord Iveagh sips his Guinness and offers a considered response when asked what he thinks of streaming channel Netflix's latest...

12.10.2025 4

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Estate hosts Halloween pumpkin safari during half term holiday

The Great Euston Pumpkin Safari is set to take place over the half term weekend.

10.10.2025 7

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Accountants Azets target growth in East Anglia after 'key' Ensors acquisition

Top accountancy firm Azets filled "a clear white space" on its otherwise crowded map of the UK when it snapped up Ensors for an undisclosed sum at the...

08.10.2025 10

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Adnams 'incredibly proud' as head brewer crowned Brewer of the Year

The head brewer at Adnams was praised for his "immense skill" as he was crowned Brewer of the Year.

08.10.2025 10

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Sizewell C awards bumper steam turbine contract to Arabelle Solutions of EDF Group

A bumper contract - one of the biggest for the Sizewell C nuclear project - has been awarded to a company owned by EDF Group.

04.10.2025 6

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