Why we must stop being ashamed of being British Thursday, 19 June, 2025 By Sam Murray, Conservative councillor for Suffolk County Council and Ipswich Borough Council, written in Thursday's Star. I am proud to be British. Truly proud. But in today’s climate, that pride feels like something we are expected to apologise for. Across our education system, media, and cultural conversations, young people are being taught a version of Britain that is rooted in shame. Yes, we... Opinions
Can YOU afford Labour's financial losses any longer? 22nd April 2023 How much more of Labour's financial mis-management can Ipswich residents afford? Toys ‘R’ Us £5.25M Missed New Homes Bonus £5M Council House Overspends £3.4M... Local News
Local Election Candidates 14th April 2023 The Ipswich Borough Elections occur on Thursday 4th May. Please go to our Local Elections Section to find out about our candidates and commitments. Local News
Novotel and Illegal Immigration, by Tom 3rd April 2023 I’ve spoken a lot recently about illegal immigration. There have been a lot of pieces in the media summarising my views and I’ve posted a lot on my Facebook... Local News
Voter photo ID needed from May 7th February 2023 From 4 May 2023, voters in Ipswich and across the country will need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations. If you don't have accepted photo ID, you can... Local News
Three Years of Independence 31st January 2023 Three years ago today - we got Brexit done and the United Kingdom became a proud independent country once again. We've forged a path as an independent nation... Local News
Happy new year 31st December 2022 On behalf of Ipswich Conservative Association and Tom Hunt MP, may we wish all residents of Ipswich a happy new year 2023. We thank you for your support during... Local News
Illegal immigration discussion, by Tom 12th December 2022 Along with a significant group of colleagues, I met with the Home Secretary last week to discuss the significant concerns we have about illegal immigration. The... Local News
Lee Rowley visit to Cardinal Lofts with Tom 11th December 2022 It was good to have the Fire Safety Minister, Lee Rowley at Cardinal Lofts this week, writes Tom. He met with residents, the fire service and was able to see it... Local News
Priory Heath By Election - 15th December 22nd November 2022 There is a by-election in Priory Heath ward after a Labour councillor decided to quit early from their role. Meet Gregor McNie, our Conservative candidate. Full... Local News
Kemi EXPOSES Labour’s welfare ticking time bomb 11th July 2025 Welfare Spending is growing out of control, and Labour and Reform are adding fuel to the fire. National News
Conservatives vote against Labour's useless welfare bill 2nd July 2025 In an act of cowardice, Keir Starmer has put Party before country. He cannot make the tough decisions necessary. National News
Back the Makers, not the Takers 30th June 2025 Kemi Badenoch delivers speech to business leaders at the British Chambers of Commerce National News
Labour finally U-turn on Grooming Gang inquiry after Conservative pressure 19th June 2025 Keir Starmer has finally bowed to pressure and agreed to a national statutory inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal. National News
Kemi delivers a speech at FTSE250+ conference 18th June 2025 Kemi Badenoch has delivered a speech in the city responding to Labour's damaging plans for our economy. National News
Kemi delivers press Conference with a survivor of grooming gangs scandal 18th June 2025 After Labour announced they finally U-turned and will begin a national inquiry into the grooming gangs, Kemi holds a press conference with a survivor. National News
