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Wednesday, 3 August 2022
Fun filled day at free family fête (in Flitwick)
Over 80 young carers from Central Bedfordshire had a fun-filled day in Flitwick on Wednesday (27 July).
Children and young people -
Wednesday, 3 August 2022
Biggleswade Adult Centre’s trip out to Biggleswade Fire Station
In June, adults with learning disabilities from Biggleswade Adult Centre visited Biggleswade Fire Station for a tour around the site by a member of the fire and rescue service.
Health and social care -
Tuesday, 2 August 2022
Council Executive agrees proposals to enhance Biggleswade Library
Our Executive Committee has agreed proposals for a £700,000 refurbishment of Biggleswade Library to provide a modern, attractive facility community hub for residents.
Leisure and countryside -
Friday, 29 July 2022
Avian Influenza
A case of avian influenza (bird flu) has been confirmed near Blunham. The confirmed case is on a private property and isn’t a wild bird.
Environmental issues -
Thursday, 28 July 2022
Landowners fined for breaking planning rules
Owners of land in Haynes who failed to comply with our enforcement notice after erecting a large building and new access on their land without planning permission have been fined over £5,000
Business -
Wednesday, 27 July 2022
Work completes on new Thornhill Primary School building
Thornhill Primary School has been handed the keys to its new state-of-the-art teaching block, paving the way for pupils to start lessons in the building from the new term in September.
Schools and education -
Wednesday, 27 July 2022
New electric vehicle charging scheme trialled in Central Bedfordshire
Our new initiative is making the charging of electric vehicles at home safer and easier for residents without off-street parking.
Transport, roads and parking -
Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Central Bedfordshire businesses up for top Sustainability Award
Teaching Talons and Willow Tree Distilling are the finalists for the ‘Sustainability Award’ at the SME Luton and Bedfordshire Business Awards 2022, sponsored by us and Green Business Network
Business -
Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Central Bedfordshire flies the flag with some of the country’s best parks
Six parks and open spaces in Central Bedfordshire have been recognised as being amongst the best in the country in the UK’s National Green Flag Awards 2022.
Leisure and countryside -
Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Have your say on plans to get more people cycling and walking in Central Bedfordshire
The views of residents are being sought to shape plans to make cycling and walking the first choice for local journeys across Central Bedfordshire.
Transport, roads and parking -
Monday, 25 July 2022
Sun is shining for Solar Together – record number of registrations received
Over 5,225 registrations have been submitted for the first Bedfordshire-wide Solar Together group buying scheme, 70% more than forecasted. Original forecast expected just over 3,000 registrations.
Environmental issues -
Monday, 25 July 2022
Council votes to support LGA’S Debate Not Hate campaign
A motion to support the Local Government Association’s Debate Not Hate campaign was agreed at Central Bedfordshire Council’s Full Council meeting on Thursday 21 July 2022.
Councillors, Executive, Political control, Constitution and Webcasting -
Monday, 25 July 2022
We've launched a free booklet full of fun summer activities for parents and children
The free booklets can be collected from our children's centres.
Children and young people -
Monday, 25 July 2022
Leader pledges to continue to support residents as the cost of living continues to rise
Councillor Richard Wenham, sets out his continued commitment to helping residents cope with the rising cost of living.
Support with the cost of living -
Friday, 22 July 2022
We're continuing to raise awareness of exploitation this summer
A team of our youth workers, social workers and community safety officers were out and about last weekend as part of a project to tackle exploitation.
Health and social care -
Friday, 22 July 2022
Silsoe Superstars presented with Bedfordshire Games award
A team of adults who attend Silsoe Horticultural Centre were presented with an award on Thursday 21 July 2022, after taking part in the Bedfordshire Games.
Health and social care -
Wednesday, 20 July 2022
Ice creams donated during extreme heat in act of goodwill
Mister Softee, Javeed Iqbal visited Chiltern View Care Home in Dunstable this week.
Summer weather -
Wednesday, 20 July 2022
Central Bedfordshire Council’s 'cool spaces'
Monday and Tuesday this week saw temperatures hit around 40 degrees across Central Bedfordshire; triggering a red alert from the Met Office for ‘extreme heat’.
Summer weather -
Wednesday, 20 July 2022
A major project set to power up Biggleswade gets underway
Work has begun on a new electricity substation that provides the vital infrastructure to power up new homes, business growth, and jobs in Biggleswade.
Biggleswade -
Monday, 18 July 2022
Gritters get a summer run out
If you see a gritter out on the Central Bedfordshire roads today, don’t worry the heat hasn’t sent you crazy and we’re not expecting snow.
Summer weather -
Monday, 18 July 2022
High Street improvements give Dunstable a New Perspective
A new film release has marked the official opening of the new look Dunstable High Street following a multi-million-pound improvement scheme.
Dunstable -
Friday, 15 July 2022
Don’t lose your voice – residents in Central Bedfordshire urged to look out for their voter registration details from us
Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date.
Electoral Registration and Elections -
Thursday, 14 July 2022
Parent governor representatives sought for our children’s committee
We're seeking nominees for 2 replacement volunteer parent governor representative roles on our Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Schools and education -
Thursday, 14 July 2022
Support for families during the summer holidays
We're outlining how we will support families and children over the six-week summer holidays this year.
Children and young people -
Tuesday, 12 July 2022
Come and talk to us about the future of in-person services in Dunstable
We've planned a series of engagement events in the community to hear from residents about our plans for in-person services in Dunstable.
Consultations -
Monday, 11 July 2022
We're encouraging community groups to apply for assets grant
Local groups are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £25,000 to improve or provide new community infrastructure.
Stronger Communities -
Monday, 11 July 2022
Bedfordshire Lieutenancy: New Deputy Lieutenant Appointment for Bedfordshire
The new Deputy Lieutenant is Professor Dame Helen Atkinson DBE, FREng.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire Helen Nellis -
Monday, 11 July 2022
Central Bedfordshire libraries invite children to join this year’s Summer Reading Challenge
We're calling for children to discover a reading adventure at their local library, during the 2022 Summer Reading Challenge.
Leisure and countryside -
Thursday, 7 July 2022
Next steps for the new £25 million Houghton Regis community and leisure centre – now approved
The new £25 million community and leisure centre in Houghton Regis has reached its next step. Planning approval has been given and construction is planned to start in the autumn.
Community and leisure facility in Houghton Regis