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Wednesday, 31 May 2023
We're taking to the roads to tackle potholes
We're taking decisive action to fix potholes by implementing our new highways contract.
Transport, roads and parking -
Friday, 26 May 2023
Return of grant scheme empowering Central Bedfordshire Ward Councillors to support local groups
We're thrilled to announce the return of our Ward Councillor Grant Scheme which aims to improve the lives of local residents by providing funds to support community led projects and initiatives.
Community grants -
Friday, 26 May 2023
New Chair and Vice Chair of Central Bedfordshire Council announced
On Thursday 25 May, Councillor Gareth Mackey was appointed as Chair of Central Bedfordshire Council. Councillor Sue Bell has been appointed as Vice Chair.
Councillors - find your councillor -
Wednesday, 24 May 2023
Community Safety Team assist police with weapons sweep
Our Community Safety Team supported Bedfordshire Police with Operation Sceptre last week (15 to 19 May) – a dedicated week of action to raise awareness of the dangers of knife crime.
Community safety -
Wednesday, 17 May 2023
Free maths courses this National Numeracy Day
This National Numeracy Day (17 May), the Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) can help people with their everyday maths skills.
Jobs and careers at Central Bedfordshire Council -
Wednesday, 17 May 2023
Artful memories transform the new Grove View Integrated Health and Care Hub
Grove View integrated health and care hub located in Dunstable has been transformed into a colourful and welcoming public building.
Health and social care -
Tuesday, 16 May 2023
We're asking for feedback on plans to change schools in the Cranfield and Marston area
We've launched a consultation on a proposal for lower schools in the Cranfield and Marston area to become primaries from 1 September 2025.
Schools and education -
Tuesday, 9 May 2023
Temporary closure of recycling centres for maintenance work
Starting from the end of May until August 2023, we will be temporarily closing three of our household waste recycling centres – Biggleswade, Ampthill and Leighton Buzzard.
Waste and recycling -
Friday, 5 May 2023
Central Bedfordshire Council election results announced
Voters across Central Bedfordshire have elected a new Council made up of 27 Independent, 20 Conservative, 10 Liberal Democrat, 5 Labour and one Green Party councillors.
Election results -
Friday, 5 May 2023
Is your household eligible for support with your energy bills?
We're encouraging residents to find out if they are eligible for support with their energy bills through one of two government schemes.
Council Tax -
Friday, 5 May 2023
Service of Thanksgiving held in Bedford to celebrate the life of Sir Samuel Whitbread KCVO
Around 500 people came together on Wednesday 26 April at The County Church of St Paul in Bedford to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Sir Samuel Whitbread who passed away on Tuesday 17 January.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire – Susan Lousada -
Wednesday, 3 May 2023
Central Bedfordshire pupils take to the streets for Walk to School Week
School pupils in Central Bedfordshire will join thousands of children across the UK taking part in Walk to School Week (15 to 19 May 2023).
Schools and education -
Monday, 24 April 2023
Coronation Bank Holiday changes to kerbside waste and recycling collections and Household Waste and Recycling Centres
Kerbside waste and recycling collections for Central Bedfordshire residents will change on the forthcoming Bank Holiday for The Coronation of His Majesty The King, for the week of 8 May 2023.
About your council -
Friday, 21 April 2023
Bedfordshire Lieutenancy: Bedfordshire King’s Award for Enterprise Winners Announced
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Susan Lousada, is delighted that three Bedfordshire-based companies are among the winners in the 2023 King’s Awards for Enterprise.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire – Susan Lousada -
Tuesday, 18 April 2023
We're seeking views on domestic abuse
We're asking people to share their experiences of domestic abuse through a short survey. Our domestic abuse survey will be open for people to have their say until Wednesday 31 May.
Domestic abuse -
Monday, 17 April 2023
National Primary Offer Day: pupils find out where they’re going to school
Today (17 April 2023) is National Primary Offer Day, when families find out which lower, primary or middle school their child will go to in September.
School admissions -
Thursday, 6 April 2023
Housing Matters – April 2023
Our April 2023 newsletter for our housing tenants.
Housing -
Wednesday, 5 April 2023
2 parent governors appointed to overview and scrutiny committee
2 representatives have been appointed to our Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee (OSC), as elections for the remaining posts are ongoing.
Committees, meetings and agendas -
Wednesday, 5 April 2023
Milestone Infrastructure is our new highways contractor
Milestone Infrastructure began work as our new highways contractor on 1 April 2023.
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Tuesday, 28 March 2023
Illegally collecting fares in Dunstable has cost a former taxi driver nearly £3,000
On 21 March at Luton Magistrates Court, Mr Mohammed Saleem of John Street, Luton, was found guilty of illegally driving a previously licensed taxi without the required taxi driver's badge.
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Monday, 27 March 2023
New High Sheriff of Bedfordshire
The High Sheriff of Bedfordshire for 2023/2024 was installed on Friday 24 March 2023. Russell Beard, who succeeded Lady Clifford, was sworn in at a ceremony held at Bedford Modern School.
About your council -
Friday, 24 March 2023
Clifton builder receives two community orders for shoddy work
A local builder has been ordered to do 120 hours of unpaid work after pleading guilty in court to sub-standard work.
Business -
Thursday, 23 March 2023
Wanted - Bedfordshire Coronation Champions
Do you know someone in Bedfordshire who is outstanding and goes the extra mile to make the county a better place to live in? If you do, please nominate them to be a Coronation Champion.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire – Susan Lousada -
Monday, 20 March 2023
Social Work Week 2023
This week is Social Work Week. A week that shines a spotlight on the Social Work profession and gives an insight into the various roles available with an aim to attract more people to the sector.
Health and social care -
Monday, 20 March 2023
Luton man fined nearly £2,000 for fly-tipping offence in Kensworth
A man from Luton has received a bill of close to £2,000 after fly-tipping was found on the highway at The Lynch, Kensworth, Bedfordshire.
Fly-tipping -
Thursday, 16 March 2023
Mitigation agreed to relieve pressure on the Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation
We have finalised our mitigation strategy and successfully designated four open spaces, as Strategic Alternative Green Spaces (SANGs).
Planning -
Friday, 10 March 2023
Have your say on proposals to transform part of Leighton Buzzard town centre
We're consulting on exciting plans designed to transform an area south of the High Street in Leighton Buzzard which will help to ensure the town continues to be a thriving, bustling and vibrant place.
Business -
Friday, 10 March 2023
School expands with new teaching block named in honour of former governor
Derwent Primary pupils are now learning in a brand-new teaching block named in honour of one of the school’s late governors.
Schools -
Friday, 10 March 2023
Electric Vehicle car club comes to Leighton-Linslade
We have launched our first electric vehicle car share scheme based at the Chamberlains Barn development in Leighton-Linslade.
Transport, roads and parking