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Consultation opens on proposals to refurbish and develop Ivel Valley School and College.

In March 2026, the government published the Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2026. These introduce a new plan-making system.

The majority of Central Bedfordshire families applying for a school place this year have received good news, with 9 in 10 children offered a place at their first preference primary school.

At a meeting of the Executive 6 January 2026, we agreed a formal timetable for the review of the Bedfordshire Minerals and Waste Plan.

The Bedfordshire authorities have agreed to undertake a joint review of minerals and waste planning policy.

Central Bedfordshire Council has approved a proposal for major investment in Ivel Valley School

At a meeting on 1 April, Members of our Executive will be asked to approve plans to consult on a proposed change to the Council’s Home to School Transport policy for students aged 5 to 16.

Central Bedfordshire Councillors will next month be asked to decide on the first phase of a new five-year plan.

Pupils moving to secondary and upper schools in September have found out whether they have been allocated one of their school preferences.

Work has begun on a new sports hall and multi-use games area (MUGA) at Edward Peake CofE School, which will enhance physical education opportunities for students.