Liz Harsant receives Suffolk Medal Tuesday, 23 June, 2026 Former County and Borough Councillor, Liz Harsant, received a Suffolk Medal on Sunday as part of the Suffolk Day awards at Bury St Edmunds, in honour of her over 20 years of public service to the Ipswich and Suffolk commnity in her roles as councillor, County Chairman, and many other voluntary and charity roles. Ipswich Conservative Association members were in attendance at the event, and we... Local News
Broom Hill Pool Update 17th November 2017 County Councillor Chris Chambers has long supported the idea of Broomhill Swimming Pool re-opening and is thrilled it appears to be getting closer after... Local News
We are getting people off benefits and into work 16th November 2017 Here in Ipswich, there are 1570 fewer residents relying on out of work benefits, meaning they can provide a better future for themselves and their families. Local News
Liz's concerns over drug problems 1st November 2017 In this changing world, we have learnt to understand that for some people life is pretty hard and some have fallen victim to becoming drug users. I say victim... Local News
Chris secures street lighting in Jubilee Park Area 29th October 2017 County Councillor Chris Chambers has secured longer street lighting times in the Jubilee Park area. Local News
Continuing fall in unemployment 21st October 2017 Here in Ipswich, the number of people in out of work benefits is down by an encouraging 53% since 2010. Local News
Update on Holywells Allotments 18th October 2017 Holywells Allotments have received 6 new two-wheeled wheelbarrows, courtesy of Councillor, Liz Harsant. Local News
Chris gives donation to Lofty Heights 9th October 2017 Lofty Heights supports individuals, carers and professionals with preparing people for hospital discharge as well as supporting those with dementia. This is a... Local News
6620 apprenticeships for our young people in Ipswich 21st September 2017 The Conservatives are improving the lives of young people in Ipswich. Local News
Lower Unemployment for Ipswich Residents 13th September 2017 More good news for Ipswich Residents - the number of people on out of work benefits has fallen by 53% since 2010 when the Conservatives started repairing the... Local News
Coronavirus testing available to all essential workers 24th April 2020 All essential workers in England and members of their households who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will now be able to get tested. National News
Our Future Fund for supporting innovative British businesses 21st April 2020 We’re supporting start-ups by delivering £250m of new government funding to innovative businesses across the United Kingdom. National News
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News
