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Wednesday, 27 September 2023
Discover rewarding career opportunities in adult social care with Central Bedfordshire's new online resource
We're proud to announce the launch of a new innovative online resource to help your career in adult social care.
How to get a career in adult social care -
Friday, 22 September 2023
Arlesey Takes Action: Community Action Day to inspire positive changes
A Community Action Day in Arlesey including speed watch patrols, a weapons sweep, and sessions on scam awareness was hailed a success.
Community safety -
Friday, 22 September 2023
£260,589 capital grant scheme to boost local community projects this year
We're launching a new £260,000 scheme to improve and strengthen communities and neighbourhoods’ spaces throughout our area.
Business -
Monday, 18 September 2023
UK Savings Week: free money saving courses available
The Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) is supporting UK Savings Week (18 to 24 September) with a range of courses to help people increase their confidence with money.
Support with the cost of living -
Monday, 18 September 2023
We're combatting illegal waste dumping with two significant fines
Illegal dumping of UPVC windows costs Leighton Buzzard man over £2000. Houghton Regis woman faces fine and court costs of over £1200 for leaving waste in the street.
Waste and recycling -
Monday, 18 September 2023
Dunstable shop owner fined for selling illicit cigarettes
A Dunstable shop owner has been convicted and fined for selling illegal cigarettes.
Trading Standards -
Thursday, 14 September 2023
Council set to deliver £4.6m investment in Central Bedfordshire
We are finalising plans for £4.6 million of government funding to deliver investment in town centres, provide support for businesses and rural communities, and enhance skills for local people.
About your council -
Wednesday, 13 September 2023
Consultation launched seeking views on the future of Ridgmont Lower School
A nine-week Have Your Say consultation is now open until November 17, seeking parents' and residents’ views on the future of Ridgmont Lower School.
Schools and education -
Tuesday, 12 September 2023
Dunstable shop owner fined for selling illicit vapes
Selling illicit vaping devices has cost a Dunstable retailer over £2,000.
Business -
Monday, 11 September 2023
“You are capable of extraordinary things” – First-ever pupils welcomed into brand-new Houstone School building
The brand-new Houstone School building has opened its doors to pupils for the very first time, with excited young people told of the historic moment, “you are part of something special”.
Schools -
Monday, 11 September 2023
Current position regarding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in school buildings in Central Bedfordshire
Position statement from Central Bedfordshire Council regarding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) - as of 11 September 2023.
Schools and education -
Friday, 8 September 2023
Voters urged to prepare for upcoming by-election
Residents in Mid Bedfordshire are being urged to prepare ahead of the parliamentary by-election taking place on Thursday 19 October.
Electoral Registration and Elections -
Thursday, 7 September 2023
A festival of fostering in Central Bedfordshire
Fostering families from across the borough came together on Saturday 2 September, for this year’s celebration of fostering.
Fostering in Bedfordshire -
Tuesday, 5 September 2023
Council and residents united in call for action on engine idling
“Every minute counts” is the message from us as we launch a campaign urging drivers to switch off their engines when they are stationary.
Engine idling -
Tuesday, 5 September 2023
Council launches Youth Parliament elections
We are launching our Youth Parliament elections this week (w/c 4 September) and are inviting young people living or going to school in Central Bedfordshire to stand for election.
Electoral Registration and Elections -
Tuesday, 5 September 2023
Apply for your child’s school place for September 2024
Applications are now open for children and young people who are due to start school, or transfer to middle, secondary or upper school in September 2024.
School admissions -
Friday, 1 September 2023
Local park gets ready for new guests
Children using a much-loved Central Bedfordshire park are buzzing thanks to a new home for bugs and bees.
Leisure and countryside -
Wednesday, 30 August 2023
Bedfordshire’s 3 councils to lead change for SEND families
Bedfordshire’s 3 councils have been selected to lead a new East of England partnership focussed on providing better outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
Special Educational Needs and Disability - Local Offer -
Tuesday, 29 August 2023
Leighton Buzzard children benefit from pre-loved school uniform sale
Around 180 children have received school uniform ready for the new term in September, as a result of Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre’s annual pre-loved school uniform event.
Schools and education -
Friday, 25 August 2023
Students celebrate GCSE exam success
Thursday 24 August 2023, students at schools across Central Bedfordshire have been discovering their GCSE results.
Schools -
Thursday, 24 August 2023
Council reviews restrictions on dogs control orders and alcohol in public areas
We are reviewing our public space protection orders (PSPOs) and people are being asked for their opinions about the review.
Community safety -
Thursday, 24 August 2023
Housing Matters – August 2023
Read the latest edition of Housing Matters – August 2023.
Housing -
Thursday, 24 August 2023
Have your say on the future of Council’s Day Service for older people in Houghton Regis
We own and operate seven-day centres – four of which are for older people. We have now launched a public consultation on the future of Houghton Regis Older People Day Centre.
About your council -
Monday, 21 August 2023
Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre celebrates 15th birthday
Last Thursday (17 August), Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre celebrated its 15th birthday with a fun-day!
Children and young people -
Friday, 18 August 2023
New planning documents adopted that promote high quality design and inclusive development in Central Bedfordshire
Three important planning guidance documents have been approved to help ensure that new development in Central Bedfordshire is sustainable, inclusive and of high quality.
Planning Policy -
Thursday, 17 August 2023
Students in Central Bedfordshire discover their A-level results
Today (Thursday 17 August 2023), after 2 years of studying hard, students at colleges and sixth forms across Central Bedfordshire opened envelopes containing their A-Level results.
Schools and education -
Thursday, 17 August 2023
Have your say on Central Bedfordshire Council’s priorities
Central Bedfordshire Council wants to hear your views about what the Council should focus on over the next few years.
Consultations -
Thursday, 17 August 2023
New artificial football pitch for the Flitwick and Ampthill area – complete!
We have successfully secured £884K of funding to deliver a new state-of-the-art synthetic 3G pitch to serve Flitwick, Ampthill and the wider area.
Developments -
Thursday, 17 August 2023
New Community Energy Groups emerge, pioneering sustainable energy initiatives in Central Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire takes a giant leap towards a sustainable future with the formation of two ground-breaking community energy groups that are set to revolutionise the local energy landscape.
Sustainability