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Friday, 15 March 2024
We're using a new, faster and more cost-effective method to fix potholes
We've been using a new technique that speeds up pothole repairs. It's more cost effective and eco-friendly, too, because it uses the rubber waste from end-of-life HGV tyres.
Potholes -
Friday, 15 March 2024
Story Search podcast: a celebration of arts and culture in Central Bedfordshire
A captivating new podcast series celebrating the rich arts and cultural heritage of Central Bedfordshire has just gone live.
Countryside -
Wednesday, 6 March 2024
Have your say on polling districts, places and stations in Central Bedfordshire
We are reviewing our polling districts, polling places and polling stations.
Electoral Registration and Elections -
Monday, 4 March 2024
We're asking young people: Everything OK?
We've launched our new ‘Everything OK?’ campaign and website.
Children and young people's mental health -
Friday, 1 March 2024
Central Bedfordshire teachers impart new skills to encourage student cycling
Teachers in Central Bedfordshire have been busy passing on their new skills to pupils who are learning to cycle and boost their confidence on balance bikes and pedal cycles.
Schools and education -
Thursday, 29 February 2024
We're seeking parent representative for children’s committee
We're looking for a parent governor representative on our Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee (OSC).
Committees, meetings and agendas -
Wednesday, 28 February 2024
Have your say on new special school places in Houghton Regis
We have launched a statutory consultation on changes to Chiltern School to ensure that more children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) have
Children and young people -
Wednesday, 28 February 2024
Have your say on new special school places in Biggleswade and Shefford
We have launched two statutory consultations to ensure that more children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) have access to great education.
Children with disabilities -
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Housing Matters – February 2024
Read the latest edition of Housing Matters – February 2024
Housing -
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Schools encouraged to take part in Big Walk and Wheel Challenge
Pupils, teachers, and parents across Central Bedfordshire are being encouraged to walk, wheel, or jump on their bikes and scooters for the 2024 Big Walk and Wheel schools’ challenge.
Schools and education -
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Council trials next generation EV charging channel for homeowners with on-street parking
Drivers of electric vehicles who park on the street outside their homes are trialling a new charging system that provides a safe way to charge their vehicles.
Sustainability -
Monday, 26 February 2024
Wheels continue to go round for Bedford-Flitwick buses
Passengers who faced losing a vital bus route in Bedfordshire will keep their service thanks to us and bus company Grant Palmer.
Transport, roads and parking -
Monday, 19 February 2024
Have your say on Central Bedfordshire's plan for Adult Social Care
Residents are asked for their views on our five-year plan for Adult Social Care.
Adults and older people -
Thursday, 15 February 2024
What’s on this half-term in Central Bedfordshire?
As the half-term holiday approaches, we're reminding families about the exciting activities available in the area that they can enjoy together.
Children and young people -
Wednesday, 14 February 2024
More Tiny Forests for Central Bedfordshire
Hinksley Road Recreation Ground in Flitwick will see the fifth Tiny Forest planted in Central Bedfordshire, improving access to nature for local communities.
Trees -
Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Council makes changes to Home to School Transport Policy: have your say
We are asking residents, parents and carers of children who are planning to use the home to school transport service to have their say on proposed changes to our Home to School Transport policy.
Schools and education -
Wednesday, 14 February 2024
School Streets trial at Dunstable school aims to reduce congestion and improve air quality
We are working with Icknield Lower School to take steps to create a better environment for parents, carers and guardians to drop off and pick up their children from Icknield Lower School.
Schools and education -
Thursday, 8 February 2024
£240,000 boost for Central Bedfordshire communities
Much-loved facilities in Central Bedfordshire will benefit from council grants worth £240,000, supporting communities in the area and some of their most disadvantaged residents for years to come.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund -
Wednesday, 7 February 2024
We've approved resettlement support for Afghan families that served alongside UK armed forces and government
15 Afghan refugee families who have risked their lives serving alongside the UK armed forces and government are to be housed for 3 years in vacant Ministry of Defence (MoD) properties at RAF Henlow.
Housing -
Monday, 5 February 2024
Council calls for action on flooding in Central Bedfordshire
Following the recent impact of Storm Henk, Central Bedfordshire Council has called for more to be done to tackle an increase in local flooding and other extreme weather events.
Environmental issues -
Friday, 2 February 2024
£1000 fine for illegal fly-tip in Houghton Regis
A former Central Bedfordshire resident has been issued a £1000 Fixed Penalty Notice following a complaint of fly-tipping in a garage block in Houghton Regis.
Environmental issues -
Monday, 29 January 2024
Have your say on our Skills for All strategy
We are inviting people to have their say on a new strategy that outlines how we will support people to access education throughout their lives.
Children and young people -
Monday, 29 January 2024
Housing Matters – January 2024
Read the latest edition of Housing Matters – January 2024
Housing -
Monday, 29 January 2024
Something’s brewing: New kerbside coffee pod recycling service comes to Central Bedfordshire
We're one of the first councils in the region to offer kerbside recycling for people using aluminium and plastic drink pods.
Waste and recycling -
Friday, 26 January 2024
Central Bedfordshire Council backs motion to support Climate and Ecology Bill
Members of Central Bedfordshire Council have agreed to back the Zero Hour campaign for a new UK law to tackle the full extent of the climate and nature crisis in line with the most up-to-date science.
Sustainability -
Friday, 26 January 2024
Tell us how you use childcare to help with future plans
We're asking families to take part in a short survey about their childcare needs, to help shape future plans.
Childcare -
Monday, 22 January 2024
Libraries and leisure centres available as Warm Spaces
For the second year in a row, our libraries and leisure centres are available as Warm Spaces which residents can use during the day to keep warm.
Leisure centres -
Thursday, 18 January 2024
New Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee to help shape the SEND service
Later this month, we are introducing a new Overview and Scrutiny SEND sub-committee to focus more time on SEND (Special Education Needs and Disability) issues.
Improving SEND Services -
Wednesday, 17 January 2024
We're promoting play streets to enhance community wellbeing
We're encouraging residents to get together and organise play streets, helping to provide a safe and enjoyable community environment for children to play in.
Leisure and countryside