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Empowering young people to take the lead on climate action

We have launched a new Sustainable Student Programme, offering young people in Years 10–12 (aged 14 to 17) the opportunity to explore climate change.

Agreement to sign petition to protect Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners

At a meeting of the Full Council on Thursday (26 September) we agreed to sign a petition urging the Government to safeguard Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners.

Celebrating World Bee Day with new bug hotels

To mark World Bee Day 2024 (Monday 20 May), we have installed a number of bug hotels across our estates to support local wildlife and increase biodiversity.

Libraries and leisure centres available as Warm Spaces

For the second year in a row, our libraries and leisure centres are available as Warm Spaces which residents can use during the day to keep warm.

Central Bedfordshire residents invited to make a climate change

Together with community environment charity Groundwork East, we're excited to announce a new initiative offering free climate change training to our residents.