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Featured information
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New booking system in place to visit our tidy tips
You need to book a 20-minute time slot before you visit our Household Waste Recycling Centres; find out how.
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“I can’t change the world, but I can change a child’s life.”
Your everyday is everything a foster child needs. Find out about fostering.
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Summer activities for families
There’s lots for children and families to enjoy across Central Bedfordshire this summer! From fun library events, to outdoor adventures and inclusive activities for children with SEND.
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Licensing consultation
What do you think of licensing where you live? Have your say in our consultation.
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Inspiring Music wins award for 'Count Me In' project
The service took home the ‘Innovation in Building Diversity and Inclusion Award’ at the prestigious MJ Achievement Awards.
Latest news
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Inspiring Music wins national award
Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Inspiring Music, Central Bedfordshire Council’s music service, has been nationally recognised for its commitment to inclusion and innovation.
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Celebrate Love Parks Week in Central Bedfordshire’s award-winning green spaces
Thursday, 24 July 2025
We're proud to celebrate Love Parks Week 2025 (25 July to 3 August) by showcasing our nationally recognised parks and green spaces.
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Changing Places, changing lives
Monday, 21 July 2025
Changing Places Toilets (CPTs) are specially designed facilities that provide additional space and equipment for people with severe disabilities.
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Inspiring Music expands offer with contemporary music education initiative
Friday, 18 July 2025
Inspiring Music, our music service, has introduced turntable equipment as part of its offer, in response to feedback from young people who expressed a strong interest in exploring DJing.