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

Central Bedfordshire Council has created over 1,000 extra places at wraparound childcare clubs, giving more families access to before and after school support.

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

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

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.

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

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.

The Council is making £100,000 of funding available for its Children’s Centre Crisis Fund, an initiative designed to support families facing unexpected financial difficulties.

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

We're asking local families to take part in a survey to help us understand the demand for childcare in the area, and about their childcare needs.