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
Mel Stride responds to Rachel Reeves's spending review 14th June 2025 Today, Rachel Reeves's delivered Labour’s first Spending Review. With a torrent of promises, slogans, and self-congratulations. But not the truth. National News
Forcing a vote on a national inquiry into grooming gangs 14th June 2025 We Conservatives strongly believe victims of this appalling abuse deserve justice. Find out more here National News
Labour U-turn on Winter Fuel Payments 9th June 2025 After Conservative pressure, Labour finally reinstitute Winter Fuel Payments for 9 million pensioners National News
Kemi Badenoch exposes the laws and treaties holding Britain back 6th June 2025 Watch the Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch deliver a keynote speech on the international treaties which are holding Britain back. National News
Mel Stride delivers speech on Conservative Economic Vision 5th June 2025 Watch as the Shadow Chancellor sets out the economic principles that will guide us in the future. National News
Conservative unveil plan to take back control of our prisons 4th June 2025 Unless Labour act fast, more prison officers lives will be put at serious risk. National News
