-
Thursday, 2 February 2023
New grant scheme launched to help voluntary sector
We are launching a new grant scheme to help local charities and voluntary groups supporting people in poverty to continue to deliver their services in the face of rising costs.
Stronger Communities -
Wednesday, 1 February 2023
Have your say on the a new draft Housing Asset Management Strategy
We are inviting local people to have their say on the new draft Housing Asset Management Strategy (HAMS).
Housing -
Monday, 30 January 2023
Recognising the Best Bar None in Central Bedfordshire
Some of Central Bedfordshire’s most popular pubs, clubs, and bars were celebrated at an awards ceremony held at The Rufus Centre in Flitwick on Thursday evening (26 January).
Business -
Monday, 30 January 2023
We need parent governors for our children’s committee
We're seeking nominees for 4 parent governor representatives for our Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Committees, meetings and agendas -
Friday, 27 January 2023
We encourage voters and candidates to be ‘vote ready’ for polling day
In preparations for the local and parish elections which take place on 4 May 2023.
News -
Tuesday, 24 January 2023
Free winter wellness event to help residents stay warm and well
We are hosting a series of winter wellness events over the coming months. The events are free to attend, and no booking is required.
Public health -
Monday, 23 January 2023
Free courses and incentives to improve your maths skills
Our Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) is running courses in Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough to help people develop their maths skills.
Adult learning and employment support -
Friday, 20 January 2023
Government backs new Oxford to Cambridge pan regional partnership
Proposals for a locally-led partnership for the Oxford to Cambridge region have been given the green light by the government.
Transport, roads and parking -
Tuesday, 17 January 2023
Have your say on planning policies
We are inviting residents to have their say on two Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs), the Design Guide and Housing Policy Technical Guidance.
Planning Policy -
Tuesday, 17 January 2023
Don't forget to have your say on our budget
Residents and businesses are reminded to have their say on our draft budget, by next Tuesday, 24 January.
Council Tax -
Friday, 13 January 2023
New Chair for Central Bedfordshire Council
At its Full Council meeting on Thursday, 12 January, Councillor Caroline Maudlin was elected as the new Chair of the Council. Councillor Neil Bunyan was elected as Vice-Chair.
Councillors, Executive, Political control, Constitution and Webcasting -
Friday, 13 January 2023
Council announces second round of grants aimed at helping residents to become physically and socially active
We're proud to announce the opening of a second round of the Active Communities Grant scheme, aimed at supporting local organisations to encourage people to become more physically active.
News -
Friday, 13 January 2023
Recognised for our Climate Commitment
We are one of only 143 international Carbon Literate Organisations after its sustainability credentials received Bronze Award Status from the Carbon Literacy Trust.
Environmental issues -
Friday, 13 January 2023
Thousands of Central Bedfordshire residents to pay less or no Council Tax
Following a public consultation, we have agreed changes to our Council Tax Support Scheme which will increase support available to the most vulnerable residents at a time when living costs are rising.
Council Tax -
Friday, 6 January 2023
Local cycle hire scheme launches
We've launched our first cycle hire scheme for residents living on the Bidwell West and Linmere new housing developments in Houghton Regis.
Sustainability -
Friday, 6 January 2023
Increase in funding to feed vulnerable children this Christmas
On Tuesday 6 December, our Executive agreed to increase the value of its school holiday food vouchers as well as championing the need to improve the free school meals offer.
Children and young people -
Thursday, 5 January 2023
£3.6million of funding to build prosperity in Central Bedfordshire
The government has signed off our plans to use £3.6million of UK Shared Prosperity Funding over the next two years to help local communities flourish and thrive.
Business -
Tuesday, 3 January 2023
Have your say on our budget
Residents and businesses can have their say on our draft budget which includes proposals for spending, savings and no increase to Council Tax in 2023/24.
Budget -
Tuesday, 3 January 2023
Parents praise free Parenting Puzzle programme
Parents have praised a free course for parents and carers of children between two and five years old, which is delivered from six of our children’s centres.
Children and young people -
Wednesday, 28 December 2022
Local business donates presents to families at Children’s Centre
A small business based in Silsoe has donated 29 Christmas presents to a Central Bedfordshire Council run children’s centre.
Children and young people -
Friday, 23 December 2022
Housing Matters – December 2022
Our December 2022 newsletter for our housing tenants.
Housing -
Friday, 23 December 2022
Children’s centre teams up with local charity to deliver food parcels to families
A children’s centre we run has teamed up with a local charity to pack and deliver food parcels to families in time for Christmas.
Children and young people -
Thursday, 22 December 2022
Bus services in Central Bedfordshire to benefit from £3.7 million funding
Plans to help provide improved bus services in Central Bedfordshire have moved a step closer.
Transport, roads and parking -
Wednesday, 21 December 2022
Sandy Secondary school transformation granted planning permission
A transformation project that will offer more facilities for pupils at Sandy Secondary School has been granted planning permission as part of our New School Places Programme.
Schools and education -
Wednesday, 21 December 2022
400 children get panto treat thanks to our holiday programme
Almost 400 children between the ages of 5 and 12 got a special treat yesterday (Tuesday) after they went to see Cinderella – this year’s pantomime at the Grove Theatre in Dunstable.
Children and young people -
Friday, 16 December 2022
Consultation launched on new admission arrangements to Leedon Lower, Clipstone Brook Lower and Thornhill Primary School for the academic year 2024/25
We've launched a six-week consultation on proposed changes to the admission arrangements for Leedon Lower, Clipstone Brook Lower and Thornhill Primary School for the academic year 2024/25.
School admissions -
Friday, 16 December 2022
Care home residents enjoy a visit from a couple of therapy ponies this Christmas
Yesterday (Thursday 15 December) Santa and 2 of his four-hoofed little helpers, Pickles and Charlie, visited a care home in Flitwick.
Health and social care -
Wednesday, 14 December 2022
Milestone reached as new highways maintenance partner announced
We're delighted to announce that Milestone Infrastructure, a part of M Group Services, has been awarded its highways maintenance services under a term service contract starting from 1 April 2023.
Transport, roads and parking -
Monday, 12 December 2022
Housing Matters – November 2022
Our November 2022 newsletter for our housing tenants.
Housing