News published September 2024
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Wednesday, 18 September 2024
Data shows more families making the most of Tax-Free Childcare scheme in Central Bedfordshire
Data from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has shown an increase in the number of families in Central Bedfordshire who are taking advantage of the government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme.
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Thursday, 12 September 2024
Employment and skills service rated ‘good’ by Ofsted
Our employment and skills academy has been rated ‘good’ by Ofsted after an inspection in July.
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Thursday, 12 September 2024
Early years settings celebrated for dedication to children’s wellbeing
We have presented 11 early years settings with awards after they achieved our ‘Healthy Child, Healthy Workforce’ standard.
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Thursday, 12 September 2024
Last chance for first thoughts on future of Central Bedfordshire
Don’t miss the chance to share your views on the new Local Plan – that was the message from the Leader of the Council as he took to the streets to find out what’s important to local people.
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Wednesday, 11 September 2024
We've listened to feedback and agreed 4 of 5 changes to Home to School Transport policies
At a meeting held on Tuesday (10 September) our Executive Committee agreed 4 out of the proposed 5 changes to 2 of our Home to School Transport policies.
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Monday, 9 September 2024
Celebration of Fostering honours Central Bedfordshire’s foster carers
We hosted our annual ‘Celebration of Fostering’ event last weekend, where 14 households were presented with long service awards to commemorate their contribution to fostering.