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We've taken action to protect local residents by securing a closure order against a Dunstable shop that repeatedly sold illegal tobacco and vaping products.

In response to community concerns, we've issued a closure order, against a shop in Leighton Buzzard for selling illegal tobacco and vapes.

From 1 June 2025, it will be illegal for businesses to sell or supply single-use (disposable) vapes across the UK.

A Leighton Buzzard shop selling illegal tobacco, cigarettes, and vapes has been closed down after a successful investigation by us, aided by a sniffer dog and community reports.

Residents in the East of England will be safer after more than 1,800 potentially dangerous batteries and chargers were removed from sale

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.

Selling illegal vaping devices and counterfeit cigarettes has cost a Dunstable retailer over £4,600.

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.

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.

In response to community concerns, we have issued its first Closure Order, against a shop in Leighton Buzzard for selling illegal tobacco and vapes.