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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.

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

We are delighted to announce that national retailer Boyes will be opening a new store in Dunstable town centre this autumn, bringing fresh energy and opportunity to the local high street.

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

There is still time for parents and carers to have their say on proposed changes to two of our Home to School Transport policies.

We have launched two statutory consultations to ensure that more children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) have access to great education.

We have launched a statutory consultation on changes to Chiltern School to ensure that more children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) have