Ipswich Borough Council will continue to operate many services over the Christmas and New Year period, including HEARS, bin collections, car parks, fitness centres, swimming pools, theatres, and parks.
Christmas and New Year is a time of celebration in Ipswich but not everyone enjoys this time of year. We are encouraging everyone to support each other this festive season and get involved in projects and campaigns that highlight causes and provide support services for local people.
Open days this weekend to showcase the £3.45 million front-of-house redevelopment of East Anglia’s largest theatre ahead of the grand reopening next month.
The government has launched its consultation into the future of local government in Suffolk and Norfolk. People have until 11 January 2026 to take part in a once in a generation opportunity to shape how council services are delivered for their communities.