A caring 10-year-old boy from Long Melford, who has supported his mother with multiple sclerosis from a young age, has been recognised by Number 10 for his work to raise awareness for young carers.

South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge and headteacher Ben Jeffrey with pupils at Glemsford Primary Academy. 

Pupils at a Suffolk village primary school got a chance to grill their MP on topics such as the environment, education and Brexit.

James Cartlidge saw the new trains at Crown Point depot in Norwich

South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge has visited Greater Anglia's Crown Point depot in Norwich to see the first of the trains that are due to be introduced on the Gainsborough Line to Sudbury later this year.

Politics may leave many teenagers cold but for 19-year-old Conservative Zac Norman it is the only way to help fellow young people.

A major south Suffolk employer, which is set to cease its operations in the county next year, says it is committed to a positive transition for its employees and the site’s future.

A factory in Sudbury due to close next year - costing 430 jobs - should be kept for industrial use, community leaders have insisted after a meeting was held about its future.

Representatives from Shotley Heritage Charitable Community Benefit Society Ltd alongside South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge. Pictures: Shotley Heritage Charitable Community Benefit Society Ltd

Suffolk coast community projects among those awarded government grants.

I have received a huge number of emails and other communications on the subject of Brexit, and although I cannot conceivably cover every point raised, I will try to set out my position as far as possible.

HONOURING THE REFERENDUM

On Friday I visited Hadleigh Community Primary School, and had the pleasure of being shown around by headmaster Gary Pilkington.

New community orchard planted in Clare for benefit of future generations

Volunteers behind a newly-installed community orchard in Clare believe future generations will benefit from the fruits of their labour.