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DC/25/2997/FUL Solar Application

27 August 2025

We are conscious that there is a lot of local interest in this planning application:

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Could you be a Parish Councillor?

26 August 2025

We are very sorry to report that Cllr. Lucy Lavender has recently resigned from the Council. Lucy was our Vice Chair and a very active member. Her departure leaves another vacancy on the Council and we are seeking enthusiastic and engaged residents to join us. New councillors are vital to ensure the Parish Council continues to function effectively and to represent the interests of the village.

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Planning Meeting- 19th August

12 August 2025

Please note we are calling a Planning Meeting to discuss the following two applications, on Tuesday 19th August at 7.30pm. Residents are welcome to attend and speak during the Public Forum. 

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FAYAP Youth Clubs and Volunteer Opportunities – Can You Help Spread the Word?

3 July 2025

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Hacheston Parish Council is pleased to help share information from FAYAP (Framlingham Area Youth Action Partnership), who run youth clubs and creative programmes for young people in Framlingham and surrounding villages.

FAYAP is working to reach more young people who might benefit from a safe, welcoming space to socialise, get creative, and access informal support. Their youth clubs and programmes are open to all and could be especially valuable to young people in rural communities like Hacheston.

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Citizens Advice East Suffolk – Here to Help

27 June 2025

We would like to remind residents that Citizens Advice East Suffolk is available to offer free, confidential and impartial advice on a wide range of issues including debt, housing, benefits, employment, energy costs and more.

There are several easy ways to get in touch:

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Planning Updates & Ancona Solar Farm

21 June 2025

Hacheston Parish Council will be holding an Extraordinary Meeting this Wednesday at 7pm, primarily to discuss the revised planning application for the land at Bloomville Hall.

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We Are Now in the Public Rights Period – What Does This Mean for You?

17 June 2025

Each year, parish councils must make their financial records available for public inspection for a fixed period. This is known as the Public Rights Period.

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Proposed footpath improvement at Marlesford

7 June 2025

Marlesford Parish Council is working to improve the footpath that runs from the south-west end of the village to the Fiveways roundabout.

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Local Government Review - Have your Say

3 June 2025

District and Borough Councils’ clear message to communities:Devolutuon poster
“Let’s shape the future of Suffolk together!”
Suffolk’s five district and borough councils are launching a county-wide survey asking
people for their views on the future of vital local government services.

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