A unique booklet has been delivered to every household in two villages at the tip of South Suffolk

The Shotley & Erwarton Business and Information Directory gives this rural community more power to access the services they need without having to travel into Ipswich. There are more than 100 businesses and organisations listed, offering a huge range of services, in this free of charge colour publication.

The cost of the Directory was met by County Councillor David Wood and Shotley Parish Council, and advertising revenue will help to fund next year's edition.

Parish Council Chairman Richard Wrinch commented: “It was clear from when we consulted residents and businesses, that people preferred to do business locally but they didn't know enough about what was available” he said. “By producing this very handy booklet, the volunteers involved have now connected them all together”

The Directory was produced by a local business working with both the community newsletter (Shotley Noticeboard) and website (MyShotley.com)

Any residents who haven't received their copy of the Directory should phone 01473 787090 or email directory@MyShotley.com

The Directory is also at www.MyShotley.com

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Notes to Editors:

• Press release issued 22 August 2006
• The Directory is one of the outcomes from the Shotley Parish Plan, which was the biggest consultation exercise ever undertaken in the village. It is intended to encourage use of local services and reduce the need to travel.
• Media enquiries – 01473 787090
• A pdf copy of the Directory is attached. If you would like to have a printed copy, please phone 01473 787090 or email directory@MyShotley.com
• Much more information about the Shotley community and the Parish Plan is at www.MyShotley.com

• Organisations and links
• Bus services
• Parish Council