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Responding to the government’s decision to reinstate local elections in Suffolk in May 2026, Cllr Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council, said:
“The decision on whether or not to postpone local elections rests entirely with Government. We have been clear about that from the start.
“We have not been privy to the legal advice they reference. However, throughout this process, ministers and civil servants have consistently expressed confidence in their position. That makes the current situation all the more surprising.
“Local councils across the country are experiencing whiplash as major government decisions shift repeatedly and without warning. This uncertainty makes it almost impossible to plan effectively, deliver stability for residents, or provide clarity for our staff and partners.
“There is now a significant question mark over the government’s wider agenda for devolution and local government reorganisation. Certainly, as we previously set out in our letter to ministers, this makes delivering one new unitary council for Suffolk more difficult, and three nigh on impossible.
“Our priority in Suffolk remains to deliver reliable services, protect residents, and ensure our communities are not disadvantaged by national uncertainty.”
Responding to the government’s decision to reinstate local elections in Suffolk in May 2026, Cllr Matthew Hicks, Leader of Suffolk County Council, said:
“The decision on whether or not to postpone local elections rests entirely with Government. We have been clear about that from the start.
“We have not been privy to the legal advice they reference. However, throughout this process, ministers and civil servants have consistently expressed confidence in their position. That makes the current situation all the more surprising.
“Local councils across the country are experiencing whiplash as major government decisions shift repeatedly and without warning. This uncertainty makes it almost impossible to plan effectively, deliver stability for residents, or provide clarity for our staff and partners.
“There is now a significant question mark over the government’s wider agenda for devolution and local government reorganisation. Certainly, as we previously set out in our letter to ministers, this makes delivering one new unitary council for Suffolk more difficult, and three nigh on impossible.
“Our priority in Suffolk remains to deliver reliable services, protect residents, and ensure our communities are not disadvantaged by national uncertainty.”
Go and see 'Glorious' at the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich this March!
Starring screen and stage legend Wendi Peters!
Dubbed ‘the worst singer in the world,’ Glorious! is the true story of American socialite Florence Foster Jenkins, who was known for her flamboyant costumes, enigmatic performances, and decidedly off-key voice.
The critically acclaimed West End hit comedy will be screeching into Ipswich in March 2026. Celebrates the show’s 20th anniversary, Glorious! wowed audiences in its original Olivier-nominated West End long-running production starring Maureen Lipman in 2005, before coming to the silver screen, starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant in the film version of the play that critics simply called Glorious!
Glorious! is written by Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow and the movie, Judy), directed by Kirk Jameson (Song From Far Away, Madagascar the Musical) and presented by Thomas Hopkins (This Bitter Earth – Soho Theatre, The Talented Mr Ripley – UK tour, Rose starring Maureen Lipman The Ambassadors Theatre), Craig Haffer & Sherry Wright (Tony Award winning producers of This Bitter Earth at Soho Theatre, Midnight In Garden of God and Evil – pre Broadway, West End & Broadway production of Plaza Suite at The Hudson & The Savoy Theatre).
Mon 2 - Sat 7 Mar 2026
TICKETS - https://www.wolseytheatre.co.uk/events/glorious/
Starring screen and stage legend Wendi Peters!
Dubbed ‘the worst singer in the world,’ Glorious! is the true story of American socialite Florence Foster Jenkins, who was known for her flamboyant costumes, enigmatic performances, and decidedly off-key voice.
The critically acclaimed West End hit comedy will be screeching into Ipswich in March 2026. Celebrates the show’s 20th anniversary, Glorious! wowed audiences in its original Olivier-nominated West End long-running production starring Maureen Lipman in 2005, before coming to the silver screen, starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant in the film version of the play that critics simply called Glorious!
Glorious! is written by Peter Quilter (End of the Rainbow and the movie, Judy), directed by Kirk Jameson (Song From Far Away, Madagascar the Musical) and presented by Thomas Hopkins (This Bitter Earth – Soho Theatre, The Talented Mr Ripley – UK tour, Rose starring Maureen Lipman The Ambassadors Theatre), Craig Haffer & Sherry Wright (Tony Award winning producers of This Bitter Earth at Soho Theatre, Midnight In Garden of God and Evil – pre Broadway, West End & Broadway production of Plaza Suite at The Hudson & The Savoy Theatre).
Mon 2 - Sat 7 Mar 2026
TICKETS - https://www.wolseytheatre.co.uk/events/glorious/
Yellow warning of ice affecting East of England
Yellow warning of ice affecting East of England: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk, Peterborough, Suffolk valid from 1800 Mon 16 Feb to 1000 Tue 17 Feb
Yellow warning of ice affecting East of England: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk, Peterborough, Suffolk valid from 1800 Mon 16 Feb to 1000 Tue 17 Feb
Your GenX Radio schedule for 16/02/2026
Listen Live on DAB, Smart Speaker, App and On-line
Listen again at https://genxradio.co.uk/schedule-listen-again/
6:00 - The Breakfast Show with Roger Woods
Roger Woods at Breakfast live from the Best County in the UK, Suffolk. With the latest travel, sport, news and weather - all with a giggle including Your Daily Dose and The Middle 8 plus the best music you'll hear on the radio
https://www.facebook.com/@rogerwoodsradio
9:00 - James Hazell in the Morning
The last time you wrote a cheque?
Problems with air source pumps in new builds due to corner cutting
The Big farmland bird count
100 days to the Suffolk show
Top Ten Ways You Know You’re Coming Down With Something
Where In The World
https://www.facebook.com/@jameshazellradio
12:00 - Lunch with Barry Lewis
Barry takes you for a two hour lunch break
14:00 - GenX Afternoons - Nigel Lungley
Two hours of great music and fun
16:00 - Drive Time - Jeremy Durrant
Join Jez on Drive live from 4pm across Suffolk with tunes, travel and giggles to entertain you on your way home or while you are cooking the dinner! Also don't forget the Business Bulletin with Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557535012151
18:00 - 60s At 6
The greatest music of the 1960s
19:00 - 70s At 7
The greatest music of the 1970s
20:00 - 80s at 8
The greatest music of the 1980s
21:00 - 90s At 9
The greatest music of the 1990s
22:00 - Country Express - Nigel Rennie (rpt)
For the best mix of country, join Nigel this evening at 10 on board the Country Express. This week we feature the latest album from Morgan Wallen, and we have our usual country music gig guide
Listen Live on DAB, Smart Speaker, App and On-line
Listen again at https://genxradio.co.uk/schedule-listen-again/
6:00 - The Breakfast Show with Roger Woods
Roger Woods at Breakfast live from the Best County in the UK, Suffolk. With the latest travel, sport, news and weather - all with a giggle including Your Daily Dose and The Middle 8 plus the best music you'll hear on the radio
https://www.facebook.com/@rogerwoodsradio
9:00 - James Hazell in the Morning
The last time you wrote a cheque?
Problems with air source pumps in new builds due to corner cutting
The Big farmland bird count
100 days to the Suffolk show
Top Ten Ways You Know You’re Coming Down With Something
Where In The World
https://www.facebook.com/@jameshazellradio
12:00 - Lunch with Barry Lewis
Barry takes you for a two hour lunch break
14:00 - GenX Afternoons - Nigel Lungley
Two hours of great music and fun
16:00 - Drive Time - Jeremy Durrant
Join Jez on Drive live from 4pm across Suffolk with tunes, travel and giggles to entertain you on your way home or while you are cooking the dinner! Also don't forget the Business Bulletin with Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557535012151
18:00 - 60s At 6
The greatest music of the 1960s
19:00 - 70s At 7
The greatest music of the 1970s
20:00 - 80s at 8
The greatest music of the 1980s
21:00 - 90s At 9
The greatest music of the 1990s
22:00 - Country Express - Nigel Rennie (rpt)
For the best mix of country, join Nigel this evening at 10 on board the Country Express. This week we feature the latest album from Morgan Wallen, and we have our usual country music gig guide
Good Morning... Monday 16/02/2026
Today
Bright or sunny spells and scattered showers, these sometimes heavy with the risk of hail and perhaps a rumble of thunder into the afternoon. Winds easing through the day Maximum temperature 8°C.
Tonight
Scattered showers and clear spells at first. Drier later with lengthy clear spells developing. Overnight, winds will freshen, with a strong coastal breeze emerging by dawn. Minimum temperature 1°C.
Tuesday
Risk of wintry, coastal showers with bright or sunny spells especially at first, likely drier into the afternoon with lighter winds. Maximum temperature 6°C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday
Wednesday spells of rain in the west later, and possibly becoming windy. Thursday dry with bright spells. Friday, spells of rain, showers later.
Today
Bright or sunny spells and scattered showers, these sometimes heavy with the risk of hail and perhaps a rumble of thunder into the afternoon. Winds easing through the day Maximum temperature 8°C.
Tonight
Scattered showers and clear spells at first. Drier later with lengthy clear spells developing. Overnight, winds will freshen, with a strong coastal breeze emerging by dawn. Minimum temperature 1°C.
Tuesday
Risk of wintry, coastal showers with bright or sunny spells especially at first, likely drier into the afternoon with lighter winds. Maximum temperature 6°C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday
Wednesday spells of rain in the west later, and possibly becoming windy. Thursday dry with bright spells. Friday, spells of rain, showers later.
A 10 foot dead python has been dumped in an Ipswich park. Children playing in Cherry Tree park in the town discovered the snake, along with satanic messages, at lunchtime Saturday. Police and Park Wardens removed the reptile which was wrapped in a blanket after taking considerable precautions.
It is hoped the owner can be traced through the national registration scheme, but if you have any information, contact Suffolk Police.
#aldeburgh #burystedmunds #felixstowe #framlingham #ipswich #ipswichsuffolk #ipswichtown #lowestoft #needhammarket #newmarket #stowmarket #sudburysuffolk #suffolk #suffolkbusiness #suffolklife #woodbridgesuffolk
It is hoped the owner can be traced through the national registration scheme, but if you have any information, contact Suffolk Police.
#aldeburgh #burystedmunds #felixstowe #framlingham #ipswich #ipswichsuffolk #ipswichtown #lowestoft #needhammarket #newmarket #stowmarket #sudburysuffolk #suffolk #suffolkbusiness #suffolklife #woodbridgesuffolk
