Suffolk County Council

We have concerns about the latest updates to National Grid’s Sea Link project, in particular plans for constructing a permanent bridge across the River Fromus. The proposed bridge appears to be absolutely the wrong approach. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYCQn2Gz

In Suffolk we want to reverse the decline of wildlife. Connecting land and creating wildlife corridors will help, and land managers play a crucial part. If that’s you, share your thoughts on how you can help our Local Nature Recovery Strategy: https://lnkd.in/ev52Ggiy

This week we are trying a new approach to work experience and have 17 Year 10 students from a variety of different schools in Suffolk completing a ‘cohort’ style approach. We have a range of interactive sessions designed to give our young people information on different services across the Council. So far, they have heard from an Adult Social Worker, Nicola Beach and Councillors, along with our Engagement Hub team and Public Health. We also have activities planned with our Recruitment team, our Children and Young people teams and Suffolk Fire and Rescue to name just a few! We are hoping to potentially inspire a few to consider a career in Local Government and will enjoy getting to know all about them and their aspirations! #workexperience #earlycareers #year10atwork

Suffolk and Norfolk have joined the new national framework of VisitEngland accredited Local Visitor Economy Partnerships (LVEP) after a successful bid by Visit East of England supported by Suffolk County Council and Norfolk County Councils. Developed and administered by VisitEngland, the national portfolio of strategic and high-performing LVEPs support collaborative working locally and nationally on shared priorities and targets to grow the local visitor economy. The creation of LVEPs was part of the UK Government’s response to the recommendations of The de Bois Review: an independent review of DMOs in England, to reshape destination management across England, reducing fragmentation and bringing coherence to its DMO landscape. VEE chair Andy Wood OBE DL said, ‘We’re delighted that Suffolk and Norfolk County Councils have worked with us to make this successful joint LVEP application. We’ve brought together all the destination organisations and local authorities in the past few years, and this excellent news means we can grow that collaborative approach and deliver more for what is our largest industry sector and biggest employer.’ For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eFw7EwPx #LVEPs #VisitEngland #Suffolk #Norfolk #Tourism #LocalEconomy #Collaboration #VisitEastOfEngland #Travel #SustainableTourism #LVEP

Join our Public Health Team and Suffolk Community Foundation at the launch of the Smoke Free Generation Fund, next Thursday 11th July, 10:00am to learn more about the funding available for community groups in Suffolk! The fund is offering up to £7,000 to community and voluntary sector organisations, with the aim of reducing smoking prevalence and uptake in key groups across Suffolk. Successful projects will: > Increase number of quit dates set and actual quits > Increase referrals in to smoking cessation services > Prevent people within target populations starting smoking > Change the culture of smoking within target population groups > Build capacity in target populations to respond to high levels of smoking prevalence. Register to attend this online event today at: https://lnkd.in/eKYWJHfJ

Could you help the Suffolk Business Board develop a refreshed Economic Strategy for the county? Join other local stakeholders at one of the following workshops where you can help us shape a strategy that future-proofs Suffolk as one of the best places in the UK to live, work, learn and visit: · 11th July, 9:30am to 12pm at EpiCentre in Haverhill · 15th July, 1pm to 3:30pm The Mix in Stowmarket · 17th July, 9:30am to 12pm Gainsborough's House in Sudbury · 18th July, 1pm to 3:30pm at Orbis Energy Lowestoft · 22nd July, 10am to 12:30pm at Ipswich Town Football Club If you’re interested in joining us, please sign up by 2nd July 2024: https://lnkd.in/e-bGP5HQ Suffolk Chamber of Commerce

Today is national Clean Air Day. If you do one thing, switch off your engine when you are parked-up, especially outside schools. Free Suffolk Idling Action campaign resources are available. For yours, email: [email protected] #cleanairdaysuffolk

On Monday we welcomed our 2024 cohort of Interns into Suffolk County Council, East Suffolk Council and Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils. Yesterday we held an induction day where they had the chance to get to know the rest of the group, learn more about the Councils and to meet previous interns and graduates to find out more about what to expect. We are delighted to be working with such a wonderful group of young people and are really looking forward to seeing what the next 12 weeks brings for them. #summerinternship #interns2024 #earlycareers

Thursday 20 June, is national Clean Air Day. If you do one thing, switch off your engine when you are parked up, especially outside schools. Free Suffolk Idling Action campaign resources are available. For yours, email: [email protected] #cleanairdaysuffolk