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Council approves changes to Local Council Tax Support scheme

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

Council to consult on Local Council Tax Support Scheme

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.

Barton-le-Clay woman found guilty of Council Tax fraud

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.

Resident prosecuted for Council Tax Fraud

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

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.

Homes for the next generation – We're urging residents to be at the heart of new Local Plan

What makes a great place to live? That’s the question we're asking as we begin to develop a new Local Plan that will shape the future of Central Bedfordshire.

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.