George Lankester
@georgelankester.bsky.social
Ipswich Labour Borough Councillor for Holywells. #itfc fan.
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I fired the starting gun on Ipswich's culture bid today because I am ambitious for our town.
Speaking to Wayne Bavin on BBC Radio Suffolk, I said this celebration of Ipswich's talent will attract people to our town, who will then spend money in our shops, restaurants and pubs, boosting our economy.
Speaking to Wayne Bavin on BBC Radio Suffolk, I said this celebration of Ipswich's talent will attract people to our town, who will then spend money in our shops, restaurants and pubs, boosting our economy.
October 31, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I fired the starting gun on Ipswich's culture bid today because I am ambitious for our town.
Speaking to Wayne Bavin on BBC Radio Suffolk, I said this celebration of Ipswich's talent will attract people to our town, who will then spend money in our shops, restaurants and pubs, boosting our economy.
Speaking to Wayne Bavin on BBC Radio Suffolk, I said this celebration of Ipswich's talent will attract people to our town, who will then spend money in our shops, restaurants and pubs, boosting our economy.
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Suffolk County Council wasting £1.9M on blatant political advertising when people are not getting care, bus services are cut and potholes are not being fixed.
July 22, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Suffolk County Council wasting £1.9M on blatant political advertising when people are not getting care, bus services are cut and potholes are not being fixed.
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The choice is clear: it is Bypass or bust.
We can drastically reduce congestion, protect jobs and investment, and modernise our road network.
Or will it be the same ‘do nothing’ approach?
I have made my choice.
It is time the Suffolk Conservatives made theirs.
My EADT / Ipswich Star column 👇
We can drastically reduce congestion, protect jobs and investment, and modernise our road network.
Or will it be the same ‘do nothing’ approach?
I have made my choice.
It is time the Suffolk Conservatives made theirs.
My EADT / Ipswich Star column 👇
OPINION: Common sense is needed ahead of Orwell Bridge works
Earlier this week, it was confirmed that the Orwell Bridge faced seven weeks of repairs, which would result in a partial closure of this critical…
www.ipswichstar.co.uk
May 2, 2025 at 6:48 AM
The choice is clear: it is Bypass or bust.
We can drastically reduce congestion, protect jobs and investment, and modernise our road network.
Or will it be the same ‘do nothing’ approach?
I have made my choice.
It is time the Suffolk Conservatives made theirs.
My EADT / Ipswich Star column 👇
We can drastically reduce congestion, protect jobs and investment, and modernise our road network.
Or will it be the same ‘do nothing’ approach?
I have made my choice.
It is time the Suffolk Conservatives made theirs.
My EADT / Ipswich Star column 👇
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I have written to Suffolk County Council to ensure they postpone all non-emergency works in Ipswich during the repairs to the Orwell Bridge.
This includes the planned schemes on Nacton Road, Woodbridge Road and the Hospital to Waterfront route.
This includes the planned schemes on Nacton Road, Woodbridge Road and the Hospital to Waterfront route.
Ipswich MP demands delay to summer roadworks after Bridge repair announcement
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has demanded that Suffolk County Council delays plans to complete new cycle and footpaths in the town during Orwell Bridge…
www.ipswichstar.co.uk
April 30, 2025 at 2:25 PM
I have written to Suffolk County Council to ensure they postpone all non-emergency works in Ipswich during the repairs to the Orwell Bridge.
This includes the planned schemes on Nacton Road, Woodbridge Road and the Hospital to Waterfront route.
This includes the planned schemes on Nacton Road, Woodbridge Road and the Hospital to Waterfront route.
Has anyone ever seen a LinkedIn post that wasn't drafted by ChatGPT?
April 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Has anyone ever seen a LinkedIn post that wasn't drafted by ChatGPT?
We've all had our standards lowered by brain rot television and Nepo baby acting to a certain degree, but I do feel if you watch Adolescence and think it is bad TV there's little hope left for you.
March 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM
We've all had our standards lowered by brain rot television and Nepo baby acting to a certain degree, but I do feel if you watch Adolescence and think it is bad TV there's little hope left for you.
Delighted to be part of a unanimous vote of Ipswich Borough Council in support of a three unitary option for Suffolk.
A mega Suffolk County Council outvoted 3-1 by Norfolk on a Mayoral Authority, is not what we need. Nor is the greater Ipswich area being carved up in a simplistic East/West split.
A mega Suffolk County Council outvoted 3-1 by Norfolk on a Mayoral Authority, is not what we need. Nor is the greater Ipswich area being carved up in a simplistic East/West split.
March 19, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Delighted to be part of a unanimous vote of Ipswich Borough Council in support of a three unitary option for Suffolk.
A mega Suffolk County Council outvoted 3-1 by Norfolk on a Mayoral Authority, is not what we need. Nor is the greater Ipswich area being carved up in a simplistic East/West split.
A mega Suffolk County Council outvoted 3-1 by Norfolk on a Mayoral Authority, is not what we need. Nor is the greater Ipswich area being carved up in a simplistic East/West split.
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Great to see these new homes starting to be occupied at Bibb Way alongside my friend and colleague Cllr Ross. New homes for Ipswich people from Ipswich Borough Council
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2500789...
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2500789...
First homes completed on 150-strong development at former BT site
10 homes have been completed in the first phase of a new housing development at the former BT site in Bibb Way, Ipswich.
www.ipswichstar.co.uk
March 14, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Great to see these new homes starting to be occupied at Bibb Way alongside my friend and colleague Cllr Ross. New homes for Ipswich people from Ipswich Borough Council
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2500789...
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2500789...
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Well, I’m shocked. It turns out that Labour adding VAT to private school fees did *not* lead to an exodus to the state sector, despite the hysteria of critics. Who would have thought it?? Y’know, other than every normal person in the country. www.theguardian.com/education/20...
No exodus to state sector after VAT added to private school fees, say English councils
Most say they have seen no impact on applications for year 7 places, despite warnings from those against policy
www.theguardian.com
March 10, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Well, I’m shocked. It turns out that Labour adding VAT to private school fees did *not* lead to an exodus to the state sector, despite the hysteria of critics. Who would have thought it?? Y’know, other than every normal person in the country. www.theguardian.com/education/20...
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The Ukrainian President appeared touched as Starmer pointed out cheers from the crowds gathered outside as the president's motorcade approached Downing Street.
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March 1, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The Ukrainian President appeared touched as Starmer pointed out cheers from the crowds gathered outside as the president's motorcade approached Downing Street.
Latest: trib.al/lELH6Gj
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The Darkest Hour on BBC2... apt scheduling.
March 1, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Darkest Hour on BBC2... apt scheduling.
February 20, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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At today's #PMQs, I urged the Prime Minister to back the builders in Ipswich, and make the Northern Bypass a project of national significance.
After years of being kicked into the long grass, I'm determined to finally get this crucial infrastructure scheme moving.
After years of being kicked into the long grass, I'm determined to finally get this crucial infrastructure scheme moving.
January 29, 2025 at 5:34 PM
At today's #PMQs, I urged the Prime Minister to back the builders in Ipswich, and make the Northern Bypass a project of national significance.
After years of being kicked into the long grass, I'm determined to finally get this crucial infrastructure scheme moving.
After years of being kicked into the long grass, I'm determined to finally get this crucial infrastructure scheme moving.
What Ipswich needs from its MP and Government. Well done Jack for proposing this.
Years of inertia regarding the Orwell Bridge and a Northern Bypass is hurting both Ipswich and Suffolk.
That's why I'm urging the Government to elevate it out of the local political quagmire, and give it the attention it deserves by designating it as nationally significant infrastructure.
That's why I'm urging the Government to elevate it out of the local political quagmire, and give it the attention it deserves by designating it as nationally significant infrastructure.
January 23, 2025 at 6:50 PM
What Ipswich needs from its MP and Government. Well done Jack for proposing this.
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Been asked a lot lately about how Labour should respond re: $$$ donations, a potential Musk x Farage combo, Reform threats to Labour seats…
My response has largely been “stay calm, focus on government, use their most plentiful resource: time”
Because: stuff like this happens👇
My response has largely been “stay calm, focus on government, use their most plentiful resource: time”
Because: stuff like this happens👇
January 5, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Been asked a lot lately about how Labour should respond re: $$$ donations, a potential Musk x Farage combo, Reform threats to Labour seats…
My response has largely been “stay calm, focus on government, use their most plentiful resource: time”
Because: stuff like this happens👇
My response has largely been “stay calm, focus on government, use their most plentiful resource: time”
Because: stuff like this happens👇
He was at the Pizza Cup games when the attendances were 5-6k.
December 27, 2024 at 10:34 PM
He was at the Pizza Cup games when the attendances were 5-6k.
December 26, 2024 at 6:46 PM
Ridiculous that Cunha is now playing in his second match since the post game antics. Thug.
December 26, 2024 at 6:19 PM
Ridiculous that Cunha is now playing in his second match since the post game antics. Thug.
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Ipswich - and Suffolk - needs an alternative route to the Orwell Bridge or we will keep getting impacted.
Everyone needs to recognise that reality - and the consequences for our town and our county if this keeps getting kicked into the long grass.
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2480301...
Everyone needs to recognise that reality - and the consequences for our town and our county if this keeps getting kicked into the long grass.
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2480301...
MP's anger over Orwell Bridge 'being kicked into the long grass'
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has called for Suffolk leaders to stop kicking solutions to issues with the A14 Orwell Bridge "into the long grass".
www.ipswichstar.co.uk
December 19, 2024 at 8:44 AM
Ipswich - and Suffolk - needs an alternative route to the Orwell Bridge or we will keep getting impacted.
Everyone needs to recognise that reality - and the consequences for our town and our county if this keeps getting kicked into the long grass.
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2480301...
Everyone needs to recognise that reality - and the consequences for our town and our county if this keeps getting kicked into the long grass.
www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/2480301...
Highly amusing, though.
Russell Martin’s Southampton philosophy was a self-defeating brand of stupidity
Comment: As Martin leaves the Saints bottom of the Premier League and seven points from safety, Richard Jolly analyses the cause of Saints’ issues and why they refused to deviate from their footballin...
www.independent.co.uk
December 16, 2024 at 10:34 PM
Highly amusing, though.
Couldn't UDC have gone one morning without a swim?
December 16, 2024 at 9:56 PM
Couldn't UDC have gone one morning without a swim?
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i feel like there should be a person who's job it is to show up the first day of shooting, sit the director and the cinematographer down in a room and say "whatever you're about to do, it does not need to be that dark."
December 12, 2024 at 10:22 PM
i feel like there should be a person who's job it is to show up the first day of shooting, sit the director and the cinematographer down in a room and say "whatever you're about to do, it does not need to be that dark."