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Central Bedfordshire residents who rely on heating oil and are struggling with rising costs can now apply for financial support from a new fund.

Two drivers are under investigation for Blue Badge misuse following a targeted enforcement day by Central Bedfordshire Council.

Eighteen Central Bedfordshire venues have earned Best Bar None 2025 accreditation for safe, well-managed nightlife and responsible alcohol licensing.

We're supporting Sceptre this week (Monday 17 November to Friday 21 November 2025), joining Bedfordshire Police in a national effort to raise awareness of the dangers of carrying a knife.

We are pleased to announce that electricity upgrades to Leighton Buzzard Market Square began on Monday 29 September.

We joined forces with Bedfordshire Police and other partner agencies at the end of May to support Operation Sceptre, a national campaign aimed at tackling knife crime and keeping communities safe.

A presentation was held recently to celebrate 19 venues across Central Bedfordshire achieving Best Bar None accreditation for 2024.

With temperatures dropping and many families facing increased energy costs, our libraries and leisure centres will be open as ‘Warm Spaces’ this winter.

Last week (commencing 11 November), we carried out a range of activity in support of Sceptre, a national initiative designed to highlight the dangers and consequences of carrying knives.

As Bonfire Night approaches, our trading standards officers ramp up safety checks on fireworks retailers. Inspections kick off in late October to prevent unsafe or illegal fireworks from reaching you.