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News

Pleas for help to report disruptive lorries using town's narrow streets

Volunteers are being sought for a Lorry Watch Scheme to monitor trucks in Leiston.

East Anglian Daily Times·3d ago
News

Farmers praised for providing vital back-up to fire service at Dunwich Heath

Suffolk farmers have been praised for their supporting role during the Dunwich Heath fire near Theberton, Leiston.

East Anglian Daily Times·15 Aug
Planning

Bespoke Mitigation Plan (Noise and Vibration) Main Development Site Roads (MDS BMP 5), secured by the Noise Monitorin...

Bespoke Mitigation Plan (Noise and Vibration) Main Development Site Roads (MDS BMP 5), secured by the Noise Monitoring and Management Plan under Requirement 2 (Code of Construction Practice) of the Si

Suffolk Council Planning·10 Aug
Planning

Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Conversion of integral garage for residential living purposes; erect bin and b...

Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Conversion of integral garage for residential living purposes; erect bin and bike storage units for incidental purposes

Suffolk Council Planning·5 Aug
Planning

Subdivision of the existing retail unit to create a separate Retail Unit under Class E

Subdivision of the existing retail unit to create a separate Retail Unit under Class E

Suffolk Council Planning·5 Aug
News

Fireworks postponed at free cinema event over safety concerns as blaze continues

Fireworks have been postponed at a free cinema event in Leiston due to safety concerns as a fire at Dunwich Heath continues.

East Anglian Daily Times·31 Jul
News

Farmers rally to save houses and caravans from raging wildfire

Farmers close to the Dunwich Heath fire at Leiston, Suffolk, have been battling alongside fire crews to contain the huge blaze.

East Anglian Daily Times·31 Jul
Planning

Discharge of condition No. 5 of DC/24/1191/FUL - Detailed planning application for the removal of existing structures...

Discharge of condition No. 5 of DC/24/1191/FUL - Detailed planning application for the removal of existing structures, widening of the existing single lane level crossing to two lanes, with the instal

Suffolk Council Planning·31 Jul
News

Emergency accommodation offered by Sizewell C in wake of historic wildfire

Sizewell C at Leiston, Suffolk, is offering support to frontline teams and communities following the outbreak of a major fire Dunwich Heath.

East Anglian Daily Times·30 Jul
Planning

Discharge of Condition Nos 5a, 5b, 6, and 9 of DC/23/4556/FUL - Creation of new Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) and sepa...

Discharge of Condition Nos 5a, 5b, 6, and 9 of DC/23/4556/FUL - Creation of new Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) and separate Muga pitch, installation of new 4.5m high ball stop fencing and entrance gates

Suffolk Council Planning·24 Jul
Planning

Discharge of Requirements (42 days) - Discharge of Requirement 9 (Main development site: Site clearance) of the Sizew...

Discharge of Requirements (42 days) - Discharge of Requirement 9 (Main development site: Site clearance) of the Sizewell C Development Consent Order

Suffolk Council Planning·24 Jul
News

Sizewell C contractors breathe new life into town's old BMX pump track

A BMX pump track at Leiston, Suffolk, has been given a fresh lease of life thanks to a major refurbishment by Sizewell C contractors

East Anglian Daily Times·23 Jul
Planning

Conversion of 2 storey dwelling and garage to create 10 bed Aparthotel

Conversion of 2 storey dwelling and garage to create 10 bed Aparthotel

Suffolk Council Planning·23 Jul
Planning

Prior Notification (Agricultural) - Construction of a small agricultural pump house comprising a concrete base and pr...

Prior Notification (Agricultural) - Construction of a small agricultural pump house comprising a concrete base and prefabricated steel-clad building measuring 4.0m x 3.0m (12 square metres total). The

Suffolk Council Planning·22 Jul
News

Leiston BMX pump track reopens after refurbishment

A BMX pump track at Leiston, Suffolk has been given a fresh lease of life thanks to a major refurbishment by Sizewell C contractors

East Anglian Daily Times·21 Jul
Planning

Discharge of Requirement 19 (Main development site: Marine infrastructure) - Temporary Hard Coastal Defence Feature (...

Discharge of Requirement 19 (Main development site: Marine infrastructure) - Temporary Hard Coastal Defence Feature (part of Work No. 1A(n)) of the Sizewell C Development Consent Order

Suffolk Council Planning·20 Jul
Planning

Non-Illuminated Advertisement Consent - Post & panel signage

Non-Illuminated Advertisement Consent - Post & panel signage

Suffolk Council Planning·17 Jul
Planning

Listed Building Consent - Replacement of existing modern uPVC gutters and downpipes with heritage-appropriate 114mm h...

Listed Building Consent - Replacement of existing modern uPVC gutters and downpipes with heritage-appropriate 114mm half-round cast aluminium guttering and 76mm cast-collar aluminium downpipes, finish

Suffolk Council Planning·17 Jul
News

New £39.5m college on the coast given go ahead

A new post-16 college and apprentice hub at Leiston, Suffolk, has been given the green light.

East Anglian Daily Times·16 Jul
News

Major Sizewell C transport contract to create around 400 jobs

Around 400 jobs transporting the workforce creating Sizewell C, Leiston, Suffolk, will be created as the nuclear scheme awards the contract.

East Anglian Daily Times·14 Jul
What's On

ABBA Tribute Band Sensation

Sensation perform ABBA's greatest hits in a high energy show!

Skiddle·14 Jul
News

Sizewell B to strike deal to secure 20-year extension to its life

Sizewell B nuclear power station at Leiston, Suffolk, is set to help keep the lights on for another two decades after striking a deal to extend its life

East Anglian Daily Times·8 Jul
News

The changing landscape of a Suffolk town fighting to be 'open for business'

New Leiston mayor Nicky Corbett said her town is "open for business" amid concerns about the impact of Sizewell C.

East Anglian Daily Times·29 Jun
News

High street shops teetering on collapse minutes from Sizewell C

Leiston high street shopkeepers warn they may have to close as Sizewell C road closures and high costs pile on the pressure.

East Anglian Daily Times·24 Jun
Planning

Consultation - Pre-construction Monitoring Plan for East Anglia One North

Consultation - Pre-construction Monitoring Plan for East Anglia One North

Suffolk Council Planning·24 Jun
Planning

Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Change of use from a Class C3 dwellinghouse to a small House in Multiple Occup...

Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Change of use from a Class C3 dwellinghouse to a small House in Multiple Occupation (Class C4). The proposal comprises internal layout alterations only, with no

Suffolk Council Planning·22 Jun
News

Leiston rapper who started at age seven wins college award

A rising rap artist has been celebrated at a student award ceremony.

East Anglian Daily Times·20 Jun
News

Damning report reveals people denied baths as home put in special measures

Leiston Old Abbey Residential Care Home has been placed in special measures after standards were found to have "deteriorated considerably".

East Anglian Daily Times·16 Jun
News

24-year-old woman arrested after GP surgery suffers damage

Filandra Ambrose was charged with criminal damage after the door at Leiston Surgery was damaged over the weekend.

East Anglian Daily Times·10 Jun
News

Medical emergency prompts ongoing police response

A medical emergency has prompted an ongoing police response in Leiston, in Suffolk.

East Anglian Daily Times·9 Jun
News

Recap after police attend medical emergency

Emergency services are currently at the scene of an incident in Farrow Close in Leiston.

East Anglian Daily Times·9 Jun
News

Europe's last Flying Fortress announced for flypast of war memorial

The group which operate Europe's last Flying Fortress have announced that it will be flying over a Leiston War memorial this month.

East Anglian Daily Times·9 May
News

'Enchanting' farm near Suffolk coast goes up for sale with price tag of £4.1m

Fordley Hall at Middleton, near Leiston, on the Suffolk coast, is being offered up for sale with a price tag of £4.1m.

East Anglian Daily Times·9 May
News

Search for man wanted for assault offences

A 26-year-old man from Leiston is wanted by police in connection with assault offences.

East Anglian Daily Times·7 May
News

Friend continues cafe in memory of previous owner

Darlings cafe in Leiston High Street is continuing to be operated by Joanne Stanners following the death of its previous owner Lisa Darling.

East Anglian Daily Times·5 May
News

Hundreds attend Sizewell C jobs fair for female construction workers

Sizewell C’s inaugural Women in Construction jobs fair at Leiston, Suffolk, attracted hundreds of job-seekers.

East Anglian Daily Times·20 Apr
News

Nuclear project awards key contract to construction giant Kier

A key contract for the £38bn Sizewell C nuclear power plant taking shape on the Suffolk coast at Leiston has been awarded to construction giant Kier.

East Anglian Daily Times·16 Apr
News

Nuclear power station to host jobs fair for women in construction

Sizewell C is set to host its first-ever Women in Construction jobs fair at Sizewell Sports and Social Club in Leiston, Suffolk, on Wednesday, April 15.

East Anglian Daily Times·14 Apr
News

Public warned as large emergency service presence expected

Suffolk Fire and Rescue has warned of a large presence in Leiston for a training exercise.

East Anglian Daily Times·13 Apr
News

Pub goer punched after trying to break up fight

A man was injured in an assault while trying to break up an argument between two others at The Engineers Arms in Leiston.

East Anglian Daily Times·8 Apr
News

Sizewell C agrees to be the first funder of Suffolk Community Interest Company

Sizewell C nuclear project at Leiston has become the first funder of a new Community Interest Company for Suffolk

East Anglian Daily Times·2 Apr
News

Ex-Canary praises 'immersive' non-league football

Great news from our very own Leiston FC! Former Canary Darren Eadie is singing the praises of the non-league game, highlighting just how special it is to be part of the action right here at home. He reckons you can truly hear every shout and cheer at our local grounds!

BBC Suffolk·28 Mar
Planning

Discharge of Requirement 9 (Main development site: Site clearance) of the Sizewell C Development Consent Order Applic...

Exciting news for our local area! Suffolk Council is considering a crucial step for the Sizewell C project, specifically regarding site clearance. This application, relating to Requirement 9 of the Development Consent Order, is currently awaiting a decision and falls within our Aldeburgh and Leiston ward.

Suffolk Council Planning·20 Mar
Planning

Discharge of Condition No. 7 of DC/23/3550/FUL - Details of conversion works to the former Crown Hotel public house t...

Exciting news for King George's Avenue! Plans have been submitted to add electric vehicle charging points as part of the conversion of the former Crown Hotel into a new 11-bed HMO. This comes after the successful planning appeal, bringing a modern touch to a familiar Leiston landmark.

Suffolk Council Planning·18 Mar