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Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Enjoy Love Parks Week in Central Bedfordshire’s beautiful green spaces
We're celebrating Love Parks Week 2026, a chance for us to celebrate the incredible parks and green spaces we care for across Central Bedfordshire.
Leisure and countryside -
Monday, 13 July 2026
Central Bedfordshire libraries launch 2026 Summer Reading Challenge: “Read to the Beat”
Central Bedfordshire Council libraries are inviting children to take part in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Read to the Beat, launching on Friday 17 July until Saturday 5 September 2026.
Libraries -
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
We join partners in multi-agency crackdown on used car sales in ‘Operation Ignition’
A multi-agency enforcement operation has been carried out at a Leighton Buzzard used car sales site following consumer concerns.
Business -
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Have your say on submitted sites as part of the new Local Plan
We are inviting residents, businesses and organisations to comment on sites that have been put forward for possible inclusion in the new Local Plan.
Planning -
Friday, 3 July 2026
Young Person’s discounted bus fare scheme remains strong value as price update announced
Residents across Central Bedfordshire are being reminded that the popular Young Person’s (YP) Card scheme will continue to offer excellent value for money, despite a fare increase coming into effect.
Public transport -
Friday, 3 July 2026
Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods
Action to tackle flooding in the Pix Brook catchment has begun at Etonbury Woods, with the removal of a disused footbridge marking the first visible step in a wider ‘Slow the Flow’ programme of work.
Flooding -
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Residents invited to shape the future of transport in Central Bedfordshire
Are we heading in the right direction? That's the question we are asking, as it invites residents to have their say on transport plans shaping how people travel for years to come.
Transport, roads and parking -
Monday, 29 June 2026
Olympic and Paralympic stars open new £33.9m leisure centre
The new £33.9 million facility, operated by Everyone Active on behalf of Central Bedfordshire Council, is a major investment for Leighton Buzzard and the surrounding area.
Leisure and countryside -
Friday, 26 June 2026
Housing Matters – June 2026
Read the June 2026 edition of Housing Matters.
Housing -
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Luton woman fined for Blue Badge abuse
A woman from Luton has been ordered to pay fines and charges of £1,524 after being found guilty in her absence of illegal use of a Blue Badge.
News -
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Help shape a new green wheel connecting Ampthill, Flitwick and the countryside
Residents in Ampthill and Flitwick can help shape plans for a new green wheel – accessible walking and cycling routes linking both towns with the surrounding countryside.
Countryside -
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Consultation now open on plans to transform Ivel Valley School
Consultation opens on proposals to refurbish and develop Ivel Valley School and College.
Schools -
Friday, 19 June 2026
Council to upgrade 11 roads in its summer surface dressing programme
Central Bedfordshire Council will begin its annual summer surface dressing programme from 22 June, to enhance 11 priority roads across the region to improve road conditions and extend their lifespan.
Transport, roads and parking -
Thursday, 11 June 2026
Dunstable shop closed down for selling illegal vapes and counterfeit tobacco
We've taken action to protect local residents by securing a closure order against a Dunstable shop that has been found to be selling illegal tobacco and vaping products.
Trading Standards -
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Used electricals range launches at Thorn Turn Reuse Shop
We're launching the sale of used electrical items at the Reuse Shop at Thorn Turn Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) from Monday, 8 June.
Waste and recycling -
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Free parenting app now available for parents of 0-to-5-year-olds in Central Bedfordshire
As part of our commitment to supporting local families during the early stages of a child’s development, we've commissioned the EasyPeasy app.
Children and young people -
Friday, 5 June 2026
Improvement plan for housing services
Council tenants have helped shape improvements to housing services, contributing to a plan that sets clear priorities to ensure safer homes, better support and a stronger voice in decision‑making.
Housing -
Thursday, 4 June 2026
Turning investment into impact: 3 years of exceptional delivery
The conclusion of our UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) programme highlighs the scale of progress and impact achieved over the past 3 years.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund -
Wednesday, 3 June 2026
We're launching a consultation to transform Ivel Valley School
We'll be consulting on a major programme to expand and improve Ivel Valley School.
Schools and education -
Wednesday, 27 May 2026
New Houghton Regis primary school plans move forward to support growing community
Plans to deliver a new primary school in Houghton Regis are moving forward as we respond to increasing demand for school places in Houghton Regis and the surrounding area.
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Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Housing Matters – May 2026
Read the May 2026 edition of Housing Matters.
Housing -
Friday, 22 May 2026
Bedfordshire Minerals and Waste Plan Review – update May 2026
In March 2026, the government published the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026. These introduce a new plan-making system.
Minerals and waste -
Friday, 22 May 2026
Olympic and Paralympic sporting stars to officially open new £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre
We're inviting residents to celebrate the official opening of the brand-new Leighton Leisure and Community Centre with a special Family Fun Day on Saturday 27 June 2026.
Leisure centres -
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Central Bedfordshire Council Leader backs bid to expand Forest of Marston Vale
Central Bedfordshire Council’s leadership strongly backs expanding the Forest of Marston Vale, aligning with government proposals to create 2 new National Forests across the UK.
Countryside -
Friday, 15 May 2026
Mystery medieval find and returning artefacts continue to fire kiln interest after Sutton archaeology discovery
A mystery medieval object, thousands of pottery fragments and returning artefacts to Sutton have shed new light on one of Central Bedfordshire’s most significant recent archaeological discoveries.
Schools and education -
Friday, 15 May 2026
Central Bedfordshire Council re-elects Chair and Vice Chair
Councillor Kevin Collins has been re-elected as Chair of Central Bedfordshire Council at the Full Council’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday 14 May.
Councillors, Executive, Political control, Constitution and Webcasting -
Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Choose You celebrates one year of supporting healthier lives across Central Bedfordshire
One year on from its launch, Choose You, is celebrating a successful first year of helping residents across Central Bedfordshire take positive steps towards healthier lifestyles.
Public health -
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Foster carers recognised
We celebrated our foster carers at a ‘Celebration of Fostering’ event this weekend, recognising 15 households who together have given an incredible 105 years of dedicated fostering service.
Fostering in Bedfordshire -
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Have your say on proposal for a new Linmere ward
Central Bedfordshire Council is calling on residents and businesses to have their say on proposals to create a new ward for the Linmere area.
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