Message from Edward Phillips Wednesday, 20 May, 2026 Eddy says "It has been an honour to serve as a Councillor for Bixley Ward since 2014. However as I have been supporting Bixley residents since 1987, this is merely a slight unexpected turn in the road. I was devastated to not secure re-election. However I am proud of all the work I have done supporting hundreds of residents in the last 12 years, making Bixley a better place to live, and... 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
Tom's Novotel Debate in Parliament 9th November 2022 Had my debate on the Novotel on Tuesday. The Court case was also being held on whether or not the temporary injunction blocking the use of Ipswich hotels for... Local News
We will keep public transport running 23rd October 2022 The Conservative Government is to protect commuters from unnececssary strikes being endlessly imposed on Ipswich residents by the Labour party's paymasters in... Local News
New accessible play equipment in Play Area 22nd October 2022 A new Roman-themed play area with the town's first accessible swing has opened in time for half term, thanks to Conservative Councillor Sam Murray and supported... Local News
Mini Budget 26th September 2022 For too long growth has not been as high as it needs to be, making it harder to pay for public services and requiring taxes to rise. That is why we will adopt a... Local News
How can we reform the welfare budget? 9th December 2025 Right now in Britain, there are more than 6 million working-age people claiming benefits. National News
The Grooming Gang Survivors Deserve More 8th December 2025 Kemi Badenoch & Chris Philp host grooming gangs press conference with survivors to urge for action. National News
Conservatives Back Business 1st December 2025 Kemi Badenoch, Mel Stride and Andrew Griffith join over 130 business leaders to talk business. National News
Confirmed: Labour have hiked taxes 26th November 2025 After constant leaks, it is now confirmed that Labour have hiked taxes by £26 BILLION. National News
Labour’s Employment Rights Bill will kill jobs 24th November 2025 Kemi speaks at the CBI conference on how Labour's Employment Rights Bill is a disaster for jobs. National News
Cut tax, cut spending and get Britain back to work 18th November 2025 Kemi outlines the Conservative plan to cut spending and get Britain working again. National News
