Warm weather is expected but the coronavirus lockdown remains in place, authorities warn.

The boss of Ipswich Hospital said "we are seeing the best and worst of society" during the coronavirus lockdown after an employee's bike was stolen from outside the building.

Karl Kroger tweeted a photo of his bicycle that he said was stolen from outside the Heath Road hospital on Thursday.

Nick Hulme, chief executive of the East Suffolk and North Essex Foundation Trust, external, said he could not understand why anyone would steal a bike from a healthcare worker "anytime, let alone now".

Since Mr Kroger's tweet, he has since been offered a replacement bike by a member of the public and Elmy Cycles, external in Ipswich has offered to service it for free "if it helps Karl get back on the road".

Suffolk Police said the bike was stolen from the rack near the hospital entrance between 07:30 and 17:45. It had been locked to the rack with a cable which had been cut.

Image source, The Marquis

A pub is providing free biscuits, cake and bread to those self-isolating or vulnerable who need help.

The team at The Marquis at Layham in south Suffolk wanted to do their bit so a number of the chefs volunteered to do some baking, the pub owner said.

If you’re in the Raydon, Layham, East Bergholt or Hadleigh area and need a bit of help get in touch with the the pub via its Facebook page, external or call 01473 377977.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

A series of outdoor summer concerts that would have brought former Oasis mainman Noel Gallagher back to Suffolk has been called off.

Forestry England, external has cancelled Forest Live 2020, external at all its venues, including High Lodge Visitor Centre in Thetford Forest, because of coronavirus restrictions.

A spokesman said: “We really hope that everyone’s support to fight COVID-19 means the situation will have improved by the summer.

"As well as our valued customers, we work with a large number of volunteers, artists and contractors to make these concerts happen and have taken this decision in the interest of safety for everyone involved."

Ticket holders will be automatically refunded but Forestry England asked for everyone's "patience and understanding at this busy time".

These were the headline acts that had been due to appear the venue at Santon Downham in Suffolk:

• Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds - 18 June
• James Morrison and Will Young - 19 June
• Madness - 20 June
• Rag‘n’Bone Man - 21 June

Rag'n'Bone Man recently played a surprise gig in Gorleston in Norfolk as a favour for his dad.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

Ipswich market, external traders have decided to suspend operations until further notice to comply with government rules that people should stay at home to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

"Everyone was disappointed they can't continue to trade," market spokesman and fishmonger Mike Youngs said.

He said the weeks leading up to the decision were very nervy and the traders had regular meetings to discuss the future.

The traders had to decide whether to buy new stock which could have left them "in a pickle", Mr Youngs said.

Some of the traders donated remaining stock to worthwhile causes.

Ipswich Borough Council, external said the town centre had seen a 70% drop in footfall this week compared with before the start of the government’s main coronavirus measures.

On Tuesday, 31 March, just under 4,000 people were recorded on town centre sensors, rather than 14,000 people on Tuesday, 10 March or 18,000 people on the busiest Tuesday in December.

Patrick Byrne
BBC News Online

Sheltered housing condemned as unsuitable for habitation last year has been brought up to scratch in seven days.

East Suffolk Council, external transformed the property in Avenue Mansions in Lowestoft to help accommodate vulnerable people during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Image source, East Suffolk Council

Eight flats were left empty because the water systems had been drained down, and the heating, electrical and fire detection systems had been decommissioned.

Richard Kerry, cabinet member for housing, said: "It was a huge challenge to get these flats to a standard where they could be brought back into use … and the seven-day turnaround is evidence of the effort that everyone involved put in to make it happen."

Stuart Howells
BBC reporter

Covid-19 may be causing problems for everyone but people in Suffolk are pulling together to Make a Difference:

• Volunteer-led project Baby Basics Lowestoft, external aims to support new mothers and is appealing on Facebook for prams, also cots, bouncy chairs and microwave or cold water sterilisers

• Jane Palmer, new owner of the Oyster Inn and village store, external at Butley, is offering free meals to nursery and school children and vulnerable folk working with The Teapot Project and other community groups

Image source, Oyster Inn

• A support group in Coddenham has put flyers through every door of the village to try and help anybody that needs help - phone 01449 760429 or visit Coddenham Parish, external

• Bramford is going to be doing a daily "Dancing on the Doorstep" at 11:00 to David Bowie and Mick Jagger's version of Dancing In The Street... at safe distances

To set up a scheme to help people in your area contact Community Action Suffolk, external for advice on 01473 345400.

Katy Lewis
BBC News Online

People across the UK have taken part in a second "Clap for Carers" tribute, saluting NHS staff and other key workers dealing with coronavirus.

Delivery drivers, supermarket staff, care workers and bin collectors were among those honoured.

People across the UK have taken part in a second Clap For Our Carers tribute, saluting NHS staff and other key workers on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic.

Delivery drivers, supermarket staff, care workers and bin collectors were among those honoured by the nation with thousands across the East of England joining in the moment at 20:00 GMT on Thursday.

Households banged pots and pans, while others played the bagpipes to show their support.

Jockey Frankie Dettori, who lives near Newmarket, has paid special thanks to NHS staff at West Suffolk Hospital, where he has worked with the My WiSH Charity.

He said: "Keep up the good work. I know it's a very terrible time."

The jockey has also been raising money for the Italian Red Cross, with his home country recording thousands of coronavirus deaths.

On his JustGiving Page , externalhe said: "Being here in the UK, it's difficult not to feel helpless as I see the impact the pandemic is having on the people of Italy."

His page has raised more than €6,000 (£5,262).

Patrick Byrne
BBC News

A hospice that needs £400,000 a month to provide care for terminally ill patients said it was in "dire straits" after its 31 charity shops were forced to close and fundraising events cancelled because of coronavirus.

St Elizabeth Hospice, external in Ipswich is also preparing to receive more patients needing end-of-life care, so has launched an online fundraising campaign.

Image source, St Elizabeth Hospice

The hospice expects to get busier as the pandemic gets worse, so has increased the number of beds from 18 to 24, it said.

Staff are expecting calls to a 24/7 rapid response line, which already takes 2,000 a month, to double.

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Rainbows beautifully drawn by key workers' children are set to be placed in the windows of police and ambulance drivers' vehicles.

The works of art were made by pupils at Place Farm Primary Academy in Haverhill, Suffolk.

Crews working for the East of England Ambulance Service said they were "grateful for the kind messages".

Image source, Haverhill Police

Kayleigh Alden-Hollinsworth from Felixstowe gave birth to adorable twin girls on Wednesday and has praised "the incredible NHS" at Ipswich Hospital.

She said she was "petrified" because of the current coronavirus pandemic.

Her partner Shane Baxendale had to wait in the car while she was assessed due to new restrictions at the hospital.

Shane was able to join her during her C-section to meet daughters Esmae and Nellie.

Image source, Kayleigh Alden-Hollinsworth

In a post on Facebook that has over 18,000 likes, Kayleigh said: "Please do not be scared, I know it’s not the best time for this all to be taking place but everyone was amazing."

Congratulations Kayleigh and Shane!

Volunteer rickshaw riders are bringing a "smile" to people self-isolating by dropping off supplies.

The east coast's fishing industry has been hard hit by coronavirus, a merchant said.

In Lowestoft, one firm sent half its 40-strong workforce home since the collapse in demand from the hospitality sector, but they have started a home delivery service.

Sam Cole, managing director of Sam Cole Food Group, said: "Overnight 60% of our customers disappeared.

"It’s left us servicing the small local supermarkets and local fishmongers… but with half the staff on reduced hours."

Sarah Jenkins
BBC News

A children's music class which usually takes place at The Red House in Aldeburgh, external, Suffolk, is being streamed online while the building is closed to the public.

The house is a museum and research centre dedicated to its former resident - composer Benjamin Britten, who founded the Aldeburgh Festival (which has been cancelled this year).

Mini Music Makers by Joe Carr will be streamed live every Friday between 10:00 and 10:30 with new songs being posted on Facebook, external and Twitter, external every weekday.

Mr Carr moved the classes online as he said "the need to help families feel less isolated at this difficult time was really important".

He said the reaction had been "fantastic" and that it was "wonderful to see how this has helped families cope".

Sarah Jenkins
BBC News

A disused property has been refurbished in a week to provide urgent accommodation for rough sleepers.

The owners Babergh District Council, external worked "round the clock" to repair and decorate The Lees in Sudbury.

Essential appliances and furniture has been brought in and the first seven households moved in on Monday.

Image source, Babergh District Council

Councillor Jan Osborne, cabinet member for housing, said: "It is testimony to how council staff and local business have worked together during a time when we are facing so many challenges in being able to complete this project in just five days.

"It’s excellent to now be able to offer somewhere safe for people sleeping rough, staying in night shelters or assessment hubs, who didn’t have a secure home or somewhere safe to self-isolate if required."

Fiona Wilson was determined to not let the coronavirus lockdown stop her raising money for charity.

Grandmother Joy is discharged from hospital after a 10-day battle with Covid-19 and pneumonia.

Matt Hancock thanks the public for cooperating with the government's "draconian measures".