Blue Skies for Suffolk Day

It was absolutely great to be in Bury St Edmunds on Sunday for Suffolk Day 2026!

It was a real success, and a fantastic celebration of everything that makes our county special – from local food and businesses to our history, culture, and community spirit. Bury was bustling, with the High Sheriff and other civic leaders in attendance.

A highlight of the day was watching students from Abbeygate Sixth Form College deliver the Suffolk Proclamation on behalf of the Lord Lieutenant. I was thoroughly impressed by their confidence and professionalism - they are exemplar students, and they did their College proud.

It was an extra treat to be able to welcome the students to Parliament the following day on Monday this week. They met with other Suffolk MPs, and had a picture with the Suffolk Flag, before heading off on a tour of the Palace of Westminster, on what turned out to be quite the momentous day in UK politics. An eventful day all round, that I hope was enjoyable for them.

Both days were wonderful for all involved, marking another year of sunshine, history, and local pride across the county.