Judy Terry: The danger to the Government in next year’s local elections from angry voters

The Government must improve its communication, avoiding bluster and phrases that patronise the public.

Judy Terry: Banks must be part of the high street revival

Councils should do more to share premises, such as libraries and office reception areas. So should post offices.

Judy Terry: Councillors should do more to recruit school governors

Finance, legal, and property expertise are often in short supply on governance boards, yet that knowledge is key to professional school management.

Judy Terry: Suffolk has shown has small charities can make a big difference in helping the vulnerable

A Community Foundation in the county helps the old with insulation improvements and the young to turn away from knife crime.

Judy Terry: The increase in cycling poses safety risks

Too many have non-existent brakes and inadequate lights. We need courses in public parks to ensure roadworthiness and proficiency.

Judy Terry: Proper accountability is needed for the East of England Ambulance Service

Experienced paramedics are refusing deserved promotions because they don’t want to be part of existing management.

Judy Terry: West Suffolk is showing the way on apprenticeships

Retraining older workers wishing to renew their careers, is a priority. There is a lot of hidden talent.

Judy Terry: Where have the Health and Wellbeing Boards been during the pandemic?

These bodies are supposed to ensure the needs of patients are being met. Yet this work is being neglected.

Judy Terry: In Suffolk, British reserve is being abandoned to help vulnerable neighbours

No-one wants to be thought nosey and interfering, but protecting the elderly from scammers is essential.

Judy Terry: Suffolk residents are facing a Council Tax increase, yet the wasteful spending continues

Ipswich Borough Council’s decision to “improve” the Cornhill, a popular public space fronting the former Town Hall, is proving disastrous.

Judy Terry: Tighter rules are needed on councils setting up unaccountable subsidiaries

With Council Tax continuing to rise, these companies should be required to provide detailed Annual Reports, which identify directors and any payments they receive.

Judy Terry: Councils must be rigorous in ensuring Children’s Centres provide an effective service

In Suffolk, it is proposed to change the service to meet changing need, with a focus on sharing buildings and working with other organisations to maximise benefits.

Judy Terry: Real local accountability could reduce wasteful spending in the NHS

There are glossy reports and poorly attended meetings. But obvious failings are ignored.

Judy Terry: Yes, invest in the North. But do not overlook East Anglia.

When I first commuted from Ipswich into London Liverpool Street, it took 55 minutes. Now the average is one hour and 15 minutes.

Judy Terry: Tourism doesn’t just happen – the industry can not be taken for granted

There is a misguided belief that the sector is an easy route to raising tax revenues. Businesses and second home owners are being penalised.