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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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

The Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) is supporting UK Savings Week (18 to 24 September) with a range of courses to help people increase their confidence with money.