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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.

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

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

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.

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.

A new Additional Resource Provision (ARP) will open at Stratton School in January to support autistic children and enhance local access to specialist education.

Tom Grennan surprised pupils at Sandy Secondary School appearing as the special guest to open brand-new learning spaces which he hopes will provide pupils with more “understanding” and “confidence”.