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We’re asking Ipswich residents to put their bins out the night before their scheduled collection during this extra hot weather so crews can start a little earlier and stagger their rounds, avoiding the hottest part of the day (mid-afternoon). We appreciate your cooperation.

Services

Benefits

Find out about housing benefit, council tax reduction and local housing allowance - how to claim, change your details, query our decision or report benefit fraud.

Cemeteries and crematorium

All the information regarding our crematorium and four cemeteries can be found on our new website www.ipswichcemetery.co.uk.

You will be able to view scheduled services taking place in the Old Cemetery Church and West Chapel, locations and directions, information on our services including funeral arrangements, memorials and stonemasonry work and bereavement guidance and support.

Business

The Economic Development team work to deliver on the aspirations set out within the Council’s Economic Development Strategy. They work with partners to support local businesses and attract investment to the town.

If you would like further information – or support with a project – then email the team via opportunities@ipswich.gov.uk

Communities and health

Find out how to report anti-social behaviour in your neighbourhood, how to influence local priorities at Area Committees and how to prepare for an emergency. Also, information on the HEARS personal alarm service, support for parents, a guide to substance misuse services and more.

Council tax

Find out how to pay your council tax, if you are eligible for a discount and tell us of any changes in your circumstances.

You can view your Council Tax bill and opt-in for paperless billing whenever you like. Click on 'Sign up for e-billing'.

Education and jobs

Search our current vacancies, find out about apprenticeships and volunteering and read about what it's like to work with us at Ipswich Borough Council.

For information on schools, children's centres, libraries and adult education, please visit the Suffolk County Council website 

The way you find and apply for jobs at IBC is changing! We will soon be using a new recruitment portal that will make it easier for you to find and apply for the vacancies that are suitable for you. While we move over to the new system there will be a transition period where both systems will be used, this means that the online application process for our vacancies may differ. 

Environmental health

Find out how to report pollution issues in your area, and information on pest control, animal welfare and food safety.

Housing

Find housing, information for council tenants, advice for private tenants, landlords and homeowners and how we are working to help homeless people.

Leisure

Find out about the great variety of art, entertainment, sport and leisure facilities that Ipswich has to offer.

Licences and permits

Find out about licensing requirements and how to apply for a licence or permit. Includes taxi licensing, alcohol and entertainment premises, industrial licences and more.

Parking, transport and streets

Information on car parks and on-street parking, public transport, cycling and walking. Find out how to report street cleansing issues such as graffiti and fly-tipping.

Highway issues such as pot holes, traffic signals and road signs should be reported to Suffolk County Council.

Planning and building

Information on planning applications, policy documents, conservation, building regulations, land charges and more.

Please contact the following numbers directly for more information:

Building Control: 01473 432951

Development Control (Planning): 01473 432913

Sustainability

About climate change, the Council's environment strategy, grants for householders and tips for saving energy.

Universal Credit

Universal Credit is a new, single payment for people in or out of work introduced by the Government. It is an in or out of work benefit and has been introduced to give you the support you need to find and progress in work.

Waste and recycling

Information on household waste collections, our Wastesaver commercial waste service, recycling information and how to dispose of large items and hazardous waste.

Your council

Ipswich Borough Council provides a voice for its communities as well as a wide range of services to meet their needs.

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