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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.

Central Bedfordshire Council has approved changes to its Local Council Tax Support (LCTS) scheme for working-age residents.

At a meeting on 7 October, Central Bedfordshire Council’s Executive agreed plans to consult on its Local Council Tax Support Scheme (LCTS) for working-age claimants.

A Central Bedfordshire resident has been sentenced to an £80 fine plus ordered to pay £250 in costs and a £32 victim surcharge after attempting to avoid paying Council Tax.

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

We've successfully prosecuted a resident for fraudulently claiming Council Tax Support and a Single Person Discount.

We have awarded grants to ten organisations to support community arts projects, cultural events, and art development programs.

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.

We're thrilled to announce the return of our Ward Councillor Grant Scheme which aims to improve the lives of local residents by providing funds to support community led projects and initiatives.