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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.

We celebrated our foster carers at a ‘Celebration of Fostering’ event this weekend, recognising 15 households who together have given an incredible 105 years of dedicated fostering service.

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

Two foster carers from Central Bedfordshire have been recognised in the New Year Honours List for their exceptional service to foster care.

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

A new Additional Resource Provision (ARP) will open at Stratton School in January to support autistic children and enhance local access to specialist education.

We're excited to launch Mockingbird, an innovative model aimed at strengthening support for foster carers and creating a secure, nurturing environment for children in care.

The new Sandy Leisure and Sports Centre has opened its doors to reveal an exciting, modern leisure facility for the local area.

Tom Grennan surprised pupils at Sandy Secondary School appearing as the special guest to open brand-new learning spaces which he hopes will provide pupils with more “understanding” and “confidence”.

Families across Central Bedfordshire made the most of a packed schedule of free and low-cost activities at our libraries, children's centres, leisure centres and outdoor spaces over the summer.