News published August 2020
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Wednesday, 26 August 2020
COVID-19 testing available in Arlesey
Following an increase in coronavirus cases in the Stotfold, Arlesey and Shefford area, a mobile testing unit is available in Arlesey for residents with symptoms.
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Wednesday, 19 August 2020
COVID-19 outbreak in Stotfold, Arlesey and Shefford area
The Leader of Central Bedfordshire Council, Councillor James Jamieson is urging all residents in Stotfold, Arlesey and Shefford to follow the national coronavirus guidance.
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Monday, 17 August 2020
Next steps at Leighton Buzzard High Street
Work is to start soon on removing road markings on the pedestrianised Leighton Buzzard High Street, before we introduce additional planters, benches and a parasol to support outdoor dining.
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Monday, 17 August 2020
Large fine for Dunstable man for misusing wife’s Blue Badge
A Dunstable motorist used his wife’s Blue Badge when she was not present during one of our enforcement days, Luton Magistrates’ Court heard.
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Tuesday, 11 August 2020
We've launched a return to school online helpdesk
We've launched a new online helpdesk for parents and carers requiring support or advice relating to the reopening of schools in September.
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Monday, 10 August 2020
New select and collect service for Central Bedfordshire libraries
We will be offering a new select and collect service at their twelve libraries from Tuesday, 11 August.
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Thursday, 6 August 2020
Dog control order agreed
We're keeping the rules for dog control order, for the next three years.
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Thursday, 6 August 2020
New order to tackle antisocial drinking across Central Bedfordshire
We've approved the areas covered by our Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) relating to antisocial drinking for the next three years.
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Thursday, 6 August 2020
We've approved age range changes for schools in the Shefford and Stotfold area
We've approved a change of age range for our ten maintained schools in Shefford, Stotfold and the surrounding area, enabling them to move to a primary / secondary model.
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Tuesday, 4 August 2020
We've secured a major funding boost for Flitwick town centre and station facilities
The government has awarded us a grant of £2.219 million for the development of an integrated transport hub at Flitwick Rail Station.