Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects

Suffolk already has a high number of nationally significant infrastructure projects (often referred to as NSIPs) and it is anticipated there are many more coming down the line. Community representation is at the heart of what local councils do and it is essential that through town and parish councils local voices are heard. The NSIP process is complicated, lengthy and impacts on both officer and councillor time.

This dedicated page presents links and information designed to help guide parish and town councils and parish meetings find out more about the county-wide picture and guidance to help them engage.

Link to access December 2023 issue 1

Link to access March 2024 issue 2

Link to access August 2024 issue 3

Link to access October 2024 issue 4

Link to access January 2025 issue 5

Guidance for town and parish councils

A collaborative initiative between Suffolk County Council and SALC.

Access the guide

Use this link to view the presentation slides from Sharpe Pritchard used at the launch of this guidance in October 2023

Community Engagement and Wellbeing

Supplementary guidance from Suffolk County Council

Access the guide

Please note this link will take you to the Suffolk County Council website - "information for developers and project promoters". You will need to use the drop down menu to access this guide.