Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council

11/06/2026

The Dementia Roadshow is in Leiston TOMORROW!

If you or someone you know is affected by Dementia, come along to the Live Well Hub on Friday, between 10am - 1pm to get information and support.

11/06/2026

Join Leiston-cum-Sizewell's Fairtrade Coffee Morning!

Residents and visitors are invited to come together for a relaxing morning of coffee, conversation and community as Leiston-cum-Sizewell celebrates its status as a Fairtrade Town.

The Fairtrade Coffee Morning will take place on Saturday 13th June, offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy a hot drink, learn more about Fairtrade and support the movement towards fairer trade for producers around the world.

📅 Saturday 13th June 2026
🕙 10am – 12noon
📍 Leiston United Church Room, High Street, Leiston

Whether you're already passionate about Fairtrade or simply curious to find out more, everyone is welcome to come along.

Choose Fairtrade. Make it happen. 💚

10/06/2026

Foster a Forest launches tomorrow in Leiston! 🌱

As part of the Great Big Green Week, residents are invited to collect their very own oak, maple or silver birch sapling and help nurture it until it's ready to be planted later this year.

As part of the scheme, participants will be invited back to a community planting event, where they can plant their tree in one of Leiston's green spaces—helping to create a lasting legacy for future generations.

📅 Thursday 11th June
⏰ 2pm – 4pm
📌 Community Orchard, Leiston

Come along, collect a tree and be part of something special for Leiston and the environment.

Find out more about this exciting new initiative:
👉 https://www.netzeroleiston.info/foster-a-forest/

10/06/2026

As part of Great Big Green Week, everyone is invited to join a special FREE screening of the film Power Station, followed by a thought-provoking discussion with a panel of four knowledgeable speakers, at the Leiston Film Theatre, 6pm on Thursday evening.

Each panellist brings a wealth of experience and insight, offering the opportunity to explore some of the important themes raised in the film and discuss the future of community energy. From answering questions to sharing ideas and perspectives, the panel discussion promises to be an engaging part of the evening.
Whether you are passionate about sustainability, curious about renewable energy, or simply interested in learning more, everyone is welcome to come along and be part of the conversation - no need to book - just turn up!

This Thursday, 6pm at Leiston Film Theatre - see you there...

10/06/2026

Not sure who to contact to report a local issue? Here's a handy guide to help!

Different services in Leiston-cum-Sizewell are looked after by different organisations, so reporting issues to the right place can help get them resolved more quickly:

Suffolk County Council is responsible for highways issues.

East Suffolk Council deals with waste and street scene services.

Suffolk Constabulary Official Page should be contacted for policing matters, including reporting crimes, non-emergency incidents and neighbourhood concerns. Residents can also sign up to Police Connect to receive local policing updates and information about their Safer Neighbourhood Team.

Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council is always happy to support local residents, visitors, businesses, organisations and initiatives and help point you in the right direction if they are unsure who to contact.

For a full list of reporting links and contact information, visit the Town Council's 'Report It' page on the website. It provides direct access to the appropriate reporting tools and services: https://leistontowncouncil.gov.uk/report-it/

Working together helps keep Leiston-cum-Sizewell a safe, clean and welcoming place for everyone. 💚

09/06/2026

New Opportunity at Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council

We’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity for a professional to join the team at Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council.

If you’re passionate about shaping communities, working on development projects, and making a real local impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

👉 Find out more and apply here: https://www.reed.com/jobs/town-planning-ipswich-1281492. Deadline is Monday 15th June.

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08/06/2026

This week marks Local Council Clerk Week (LCCW) 2026, a dedicated opportunity to celebrate and recognise the invaluable work that local council clerks undertake for their communities. Taking place from 8th–12th June, the week aims to raise awareness of the clerk's role, encourage connections across the sector and highlight the vital contribution clerks make to local government.

Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council is fortunate to have Helen Greengrass as its Town Clerk. Helen works tirelessly to support the community, councillors and council staff, ensuring the smooth running of the council and its many activities.

From late nights and early starts to preparing meeting agendas and minutes, managing projects, organising events, providing advice and overseeing day-to-day operations, the role of Town Clerk encompasses a huge range of responsibilities, many of which take place behind the scenes.

As part of Local Council Clerk Week, Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council would like to extend its sincere thanks to Helen for her dedication, professionalism and commitment. Her hard work often goes unseen, but it is greatly appreciated by the council and the wider community.

Thank you, Helen, for everything you do!

07/06/2026

Film night for a greener future at Leiston Film Theatre - come and watch *Power Station* to explore community energy and discover how it could benefit you and Leiston, followed by a panel discussion to ask questions and learn more.

“Community energy refers to the delivery of community-led renewable energy, energy demand reduction and energy supply projects, whether wholly owned and/or controlled by communities or through a partnership with commercial or public sector partners.”

As part of Great Big Green Week (6th–14th June), Leiston will host this special community film screening—a fantastic chance to come together, be inspired, and take action for our planet.

Thursday 11th June, 6pm:
🌿 Discover more about nature & climate action
🤝 Connect with others who care about our planet and local environment.
It’s a fantastic chance to relax, get involved, and be part of something bigger—a one off screening not to be missed!

No need to book - just come along at 6pm on Thursday 💚

Net Zero Leiston

07/06/2026

What a fantastic way to kick off the The Climate Coalition's Great Big Green Week in Leiston!
Yesterday, The Long Shop Museum hosted an incredible Repair Café, bringing the community together to give everyday items a new lease of life rather than sending them to landfill. Thanks to the skills and dedication of an amazing team of volunteers, a variety of much-loved possessions were restored back to full working order – including a toaster, chair, lawnmower and carpet cleaner.

The event was a brilliant example of sustainability in action, helping residents save money, reduce waste and learn more about repairing and reusing the things we already have. Just as importantly, it highlighted the power of community spirit, with volunteers generously sharing their time, expertise and enthusiasm to help others.

There was a wonderful atmosphere throughout the day, and the success of the event has certainly sparked conversations about making the Repair Café a more regular fixture in Leiston's calendar... so watch this space!

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising and delivering such a worthwhile initiative, especially the volunteers whose hard work made the event possible. Here's to many more opportunities to repair, reuse and reconnect as a community.

What a great success! 💚 Find out what else is happening in Leiston this week: https://www.netzeroleiston.info/leistons-great-big-green-week/

06/06/2026

New Opportunity at Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council

We’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity for a professional to join the team at Leiston-cum-Sizewell Town Council.
If you’re passionate about shaping communities, working on development projects, and making a real local impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
👉 Find out more and apply here: https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/RSR/56996426