Services

Ipswich Borough Council is committed to providing transparency in the way in which it delivers its services. Find payments data, financial plans and our Statement of Accounts.

Find out how we communicate with the residents of Ipswich, Ipswich Direct email alerts, our social media channels and, of course, this website.

Contact the Council's press office: press.office@ipswich.gov.uk

Useful information and guidance on paying your council tax.

Find advice and information for Ipswich Borough Council tenants, with information provided by our Tenancy Services team whose primary focus is to deliver excellent housing management services, ensuring that our tenants can sustain their homes whilst feeling empowered to shape the services we deliver. The services we provide focus on ensuring that the tenants voice is heard and that we deliver services that are both fair and accessible for our diverse communities within Ipswich. 

Find information on your Councillors, browse the Council's Constitution, view committee documents and search decisions.

For information on Cremations, visit our new website at www.ipswichcemetery.co.uk.

We’ve made it simple for you to contact us 24/7 by using our online forms via My Ipswich.  If you do not use online services our team of friendly Customer Service Advisors are ready and waiting to assist you with your query. 

Discover more about cycling and walking in Ipswich.

The Data Protection Act gives you the right to see any data we hold on you (with a few exceptions) and to have it corrected if it is not accurate.

View our privacy policy and how to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Find specifics on location, facilities, and pricing for every car park.

Find out if your property is exempt from Council Tax, if you qualify for a discount, or if you need to pay a premium.

Explore our current vacancies, learn about apprenticeships and volunteering opportunities, and discover what it’s like to work at Ipswich Borough Council.

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

All about elections past and present, absent voting and the electoral register.

Information on scheduled and previous elections and referendums.

Ipswich Borough Council has 48 Councillors from 16 wards, with three Councillors per ward. Elections are held in thirds (16 at a time) for a 4-year term. The current Council makeup is: Labour 38, Conservative 7, and Liberal Democrats 3.

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

Find more information on how we monitor and control air, land and noise pollution.

Find out how to report noise and other pollution issues.

Information on recent equality legislation and the Council's strategy in meeting its equality duties.

See what events are coming up in Ipswich and get help with organising your own special event. You can also visit the Ipswich Entertains for further details on our upcoming events programme.