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Thursday, 25 July 2024
Dunstable store prosecuted for possession of nearly 400 illegal vapes
A Dunstable shop and two of its directors have been prosecuted for possessing nearly 400 illegal vapes, after an investigation by Central Bedfordshire Council.
News -
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Homes for the next generation – We're urging residents to be at the heart of new Local Plan
What makes a great place to live? That’s the question we're asking as we begin to develop a new Local Plan that will shape the future of Central Bedfordshire.
Local Plan -
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Central Bedfordshire's parks and open spaces wave prestigious Green Flag awards
Central Bedfordshire has once again been celebrated for hosting some of the finest parks and green spaces in the country, as recognised in the 2024 National Green Flag Awards.
Leisure and countryside -
Friday, 19 July 2024
‘The future is now here’ says headteacher as time capsule burial marks completion of new classrooms
A time capsule has been buried at Fulbrook School.
School changes – three-tier to two-tier -
Friday, 19 July 2024
So much on offer for families this summer across Central Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire Council is providing a wide variety of activities for families and children of all ages this summer.
School holiday activities -
Friday, 19 July 2024
Councillor Zerny re-elected as Leader at Central Bedfordshire Council
Councillor Adam Zerny was re-elected as the Leader of Central Bedfordshire Council on Thursday 18 July 2024.
Councillors, Executive, Political control, Constitution and Webcasting -
Tuesday, 16 July 2024
We're leading multi-agency action against flooding
A flooding summit, called after heavy rains in 2024, outlined how Central Bedfordshire organisations will collaborate to reduce future flood impacts on homes, roads, and infrastructure.
Flooding -
Monday, 15 July 2024
Grants boost town centres and high street revitalisation
Five town centres in Central Bedfordshire will receive a boost from the council’s allocation of over £450,000 from its UK Shared Prosperity and DEFRA Rural England Prosperity Funds.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund -
Monday, 15 July 2024
Grants boost town centres and high street revitalisation
Five town centres in Central Bedfordshire will receive a boost from the Council’s allocation of over £450,000 from its UK Shared Prosperity and DEFRA Rural England Prosperity Funds.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund -
Monday, 8 July 2024
Launch of new young person’s card means 18s and under can ‘get around for a Pound’ in Central Bedfordshire and beyond
Using buses in Central Bedfordshire is set to be even more affordable with the launch of a new £1 maximum single fare for anyone aged 18 and under.
Public transport -
Friday, 5 July 2024
General election results announced
The results of Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard Constituency and Mid Bedfordshire Constituency have been announced.
Election results -
Tuesday, 18 June 2024
Central Bedfordshire libraries launch 2024 Summer Reading Challenge
Children can unleash their creativity with this year's Summer Reading Challenge, “Marvellous Makers”, which launches in libraries on Friday 19 July, running until Saturday 7 September.
Leisure and countryside -
Thursday, 13 June 2024
Large fly-tipping incident leads to fines and penalties for Apex Property Services LLP and associates
We're reminding everyone to ensure waste is handled by licensed professionals after major fly-tipping on the A1 in Beeston was traced to a Bedford property renovation.
Fly-tipping -
Wednesday, 12 June 2024
Housing Matters - June 2024
Read the latest edition of Housing Matters.
Housing -
Wednesday, 12 June 2024
Bakery receives fine and temporary closure order over mice infestation
A Bedfordshire bakery was temporarily closed and incurred fines exceeding £2,000 following an investigation that revealed a serious mouse infestation throughout its food storage and production areas.
Business -
Thursday, 6 June 2024
New special school places approved in Biggleswade and Shefford
We have approved new special school places at Ivel Valley School and College and Shefford Lower.
Biggleswade -
Thursday, 6 June 2024
New special school places approved in Houghton Regis
We have approved 115 additional places at Chiltern School.
Houghton Regis -
Monday, 3 June 2024
Be ‘vote ready’ for polling day
We're encouraging residents who have not yet registered to vote to act quickly.
General election – July 2024 -
Thursday, 30 May 2024
Helping homeowners in Central Bedfordshire make their homes more energy efficient
The National Energy Foundation’s (NEF) ‘SuperHomes’ project is now running in Central Bedfordshire, thanks to government funding we've secured.
Adult learning and employment support -
Thursday, 30 May 2024
Pages Park Pavilion reopens following a £40,000 makeover
A popular community hub for sports and other activities has been officially reopened following a £40,000 refurbishment.
Leisure and countryside -
Thursday, 30 May 2024
Community garden in Dunton to keep on growing
A much-loved community garden is set to keep growing thanks to our allocation of £8,500 of government funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).
Leisure and countryside -
Thursday, 30 May 2024
One month left to shape the future of transport in Central Bedfordshire
There's only 1 month left to have your say on our Local Transport Plan.
Consultations -
Wednesday, 29 May 2024
East of England local authorities collaborate to appeal for more foster families to work with their council
Eleven local authorities across the East of England have joined forces in a bid to collectively recruit more foster carers to look after some of the region’s most vulnerable children.
Foster East -
Friday, 24 May 2024
Public consultation possible for former Sandye Place Academy site
The long-term future of an important site in Sandy will be discussed at the next meeting of Central Bedfordshire Council’s Executive Committee on 4 June.
Schools and education -
Friday, 24 May 2024
More than 150 highway improvement schemes planned across Central Bedfordshire
We've released our Highways Annual Plan for 2024/25 featuring over 150 improvement schemes throughout Central Bedfordshire.
Transport, roads and parking -
Friday, 24 May 2024
Community Safety team supports police’s knife crime operation
Our Community Safety and Partnerships Team were out and about last week across Central Bedfordshire, supporting Operation Sceptre, a national initiative which aims to tackle knife crime.
Community safety -
Thursday, 23 May 2024
Celebration for Central Bedfordshire volunteers
We are thrilled to announce an upcoming afternoon tea event dedicated to celebrating local volunteers who contribute so much to the community's well-being.
About your council -
Wednesday, 22 May 2024
Sensory adventures for SEND children in libraries across Central Bedfordshire
Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are being taken on a journey beyond imagination in a world of sensory wonder at their local libraries.
Special Educational Needs and Disability - Local Offer -
Monday, 20 May 2024
Celebrating World Bee Day with new bug hotels
To mark World Bee Day 2024 (Monday 20 May), we have installed a number of bug hotels across our estates to support local wildlife and increase biodiversity.
Sustainability