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We have issued a Closure Order against a shop in Leighton Buzzard for selling illegal tobacco and vapes, with the assistance of a sniffer dog during the investigation.

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.

Our Community Safety and Partnerships Team were out and about last week across Central Bedfordshire, supporting Operation Sceptre, a national initiative which aims to tackle knife crime.

We have been selected as an ‘early adopter’ of the government’s National Wraparound Childcare Programme, ahead of the national launch in September 2024.

A dog owner who allowed his barking pet to cause a nuisance to his neighbours has been hit with a fine and court costs totalling over £4,000.

We're asking families to take part in a short survey about their childcare needs, to help shape future plans.

A driver has been convicted for improperly using a disabled person's badge as part of a council-driven effort to tackle Blue Badge disabled parking fraud.

Prior to celebrating Firework Night, our Trading Standards team will conduct visits to firework retailers across the region. Their aim is to prevent dangerous fireworks being sold to the public.

A Community Action Day in Arlesey including speed watch patrols, a weapons sweep, and sessions on scam awareness was hailed a success.

We are reviewing our public space protection orders (PSPOs) and people are being asked for their opinions about the review.