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.

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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.

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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 3

Sarah Chambers

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 4

Sarah Chambers

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 4

Sarah Chambers

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 4

Sarah Chambers

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 3

Sarah Chambers

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 6

Sarah Chambers

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 2

Sarah Chambers

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 5

Sarah Chambers

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 8

Sarah Chambers

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 7

Sarah Chambers

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 2

Sarah Chambers

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 2

Sarah Chambers

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 2

Sarah Chambers

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 4

Sarah Chambers

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 7

Sarah Chambers

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 7

Sarah Chambers

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 2

Sarah Chambers

Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival chairman steps down after 20 years

The co-founder of Suffolk's top food festival is standing down after 20 years at the helm - and passing the reins to a local food producer based on...

03.10.2025 8

Sarah Chambers

Writer 'honoured' as he scoops award for biography of Akenfield's Ronald Blythe

A biographer has expressed delight after scooping a regional award for his latest book about a celebrated Suffolk author who became a great friend.

03.10.2025 2

Sarah Chambers

Ipswich company buys Norfolk business as part of expansion plans

An Ipswich-based company which leases printers, photocopiers and scanners has bought another business so that it can expand into Norfolk.

25.09.2025 10

Sarah Chambers

Founder of Chestnut Group on his quest to revive 'good' pubs in East Anglia

Over the last few decades, pubs in the UK have been closing almost as quickly as it takes to pour a pint.

24.09.2025 7

Sarah Chambers

Farm water crisis in Suffolk and Norfolk 'could cost billions' report warns

Lack of water for growing crops in Suffolk and Norfolk could have big implications for the economy, a new report has warned.

19.09.2025 7

Sarah Chambers

Aspall brothers 'recapture the magic' with new brewing venture

Two brothers who took the celebrated Aspall cider brand to new heights before selling it to a global drinks giant are recapturing the thrill of their...

13.09.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Adnams cuts losses but sales slide in 'challenging' market

Adnams has revealed a cut in its half-year of losses but a drop in sales as it battles on in a "challenging" market.

06.09.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Top regional accountancy firm snapped up by global player

A top regional accountancy firm has been snapped up by a global player.

04.09.2025 2

Sarah Chambers

Suffolk council buys 62-acre site for almost £500k as part of estate sale

Green-run Mid Suffolk District Council says it plans to increase biodiversity and improve flood resilience in the area after purchasing a 62-acre site...

04.09.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Suffolk brewer scoops awards for its beer at world and regional competitions

Southwold brewer Adnams is toasting a host of awards for its Ghost Ship beer.

29.08.2025 9

Sarah Chambers

Good-sized Norfolk farm offered to let for initial term of five years

A large area of productive farmland in east Norfolk is being offered to let for an initial term of five years due to a change in farming policy.

08.08.2025 30

Sarah Chambers

Pig takes top title at show's inter-animal 'champion of champions' competition

A supreme champion pig took top honours at an inter-animal competition at Wayland Show on Sunday (August 3).

08.08.2025 8

Sarah Chambers

Two historic pubs put up for sale following owner's death

Two pubs - one in Bungay and the other in Colchester - have been put up for sale following the death of one of the owners.

08.08.2025 9

Sarah Chambers

East Anglia's prime farmland falls in value by 5.5% to £9,368 an acre

The price of prime farmland across the region has seen a fall in value, a survey by Savills shows.

02.08.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Norfolk farmer attends water summit to discuss future of food production

A leading Norfolk farmer has hailed a water summit as an important step forward in addressing some of the major challenges affecting UK food...

02.08.2025 6

Sarah Chambers

Adnams makes key financial appointment as it focuses on return to profit

Pubs and brewing group Adnams has bolstered its top team with the appointment of a new chief financial officer (CFO).

02.08.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Two women aim to revive ancient craft in Waveney Valley

Two women are hoping to revive an ancient craft in the Waveney Valley as they bring in their hemp harvest.

01.08.2025 10

Sarah Chambers

AF Group chief executive strives for 'fair deal for farmers' amid tight margins

The new boss at a farmer-owned co-operative says she wants it to be the "go-to partner for rural businesses".

01.08.2025 7

Sarah Chambers

Pub owner and software developer uses IT skills to keep business on right track

A computer whiz who became a pub landlord is harnessing his IT skillset to make his hospitality operations run smoothly.

30.07.2025 6

Sarah Chambers

Suffolk farm looks set for bumper hemp harvest as plants bask in heat

While a spring drought has taken its toll on Suffolk's arable crops, one small farm is expecting a bumper harvest.

25.07.2025 3

Sarah Chambers

Family-owned organic shop in Suffolk market town hopes to expand

A family which runs a store in Halesworth wants to take on franchisees to spread the brand to other towns.

25.07.2025 3

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Duke of Grafton to sell farmhouse on his Suffolk estate to fund 'major' projects

A farmhouse set in what was once the deer park on the historic Euston Estate is being offered up for sale for £1.25m.

22.07.2025 9

Sarah Chambers

Addington Fund returns to Suffolk for annual service at ancient church

A national farm charity will be hosting a service in Suffolk.

22.07.2025 8

Sarah Chambers

Fritton Lake celebrates five years as a members club with more restricted access

It's five years into a new era at a much-loved beauty spot near Lowestoft and the site's owner, Lord Somerleyton, is feeling upbeat.

11.07.2025 10

Sarah Chambers

Special combine will take to the fields to raise cash for Big C

Farmers are hoping to bring in a bumper fundraising harvest as a special combine takes to the fields this month.

10.07.2025 10

Sarah Chambers

'No excuses' says new Adnams chief amid plan to deliver strong turnaround

Adnams is moving at pace to deliver a strong turnaround, its new chief executive says.

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Sarah Chambers

Review: For three sublime hours Tchaikovsky owned the place with this opera

Cards on the table - my experience of live opera is very limited.

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Sarah Chambers

Earl of Iveagh 'thrilled' as he hosts an opera at Elveden Hall for first time

An opera is due to be performed against one of the region's most beautiful interior backdrops.

04.07.2025 4

Sarah Chambers

Hospitality group Adnams cuts its board as it faces an extra £2m in costs

Adnams has reduced its level of debt to £11.5m and expects that to fall by a further £7m in 2025 - despite being saddled with £2m in added costs...

02.07.2025 7

Sarah Chambers

Major food waste-to-energy scheme in Suffolk gets green light

A major food waste-to-energy scheme for Suffolk has been given the green light.

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Sarah Chambers

Pub on historic Suffolk estate toasts major £100k kitchen refurbishment

A Suffolk estate has carried out a major refurbishment costing more than £100k at one of its pubs.

25.06.2025 10

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