The swimming pool in Sudbury will remain closed for 12 weeks while repairs continue, a council says.

The swimming pool in Sudbury will remain shut for another two weeks while repairs continue.

Parking charges will be introduced in three areas to help offset the authority's budget gap.

A council says it cannot afford free parking as it battles a £6.7m budget gap over four years.

The authority says the controversial changes are needed to help balance its books.

The authority says parking cost it £425,000 for the last financial year, which is not sustainable.

The council is planning to use some of its reserves to cover a budget gap of £1.8m.

A report estimates that tax hikes in 2025 could generate about £8m in the East Suffolk Council area.