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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.

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

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

We welcome a new plan from the government, called ‘Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life’, which aims to improve support for children and families from pregnancy to age 5.

Ceremonial bricks have been laid at Edward Peake CofE School in Biggleswade to mark the halfway point in the construction of its new sports hall.

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.

Central Bedfordshire Council has convened a third multi-agency Flood Summit to review progress, share outcomes, and continue collaborative action to address local flood risk.

Silsoe Horticulture Centre welcomed guests from Willow Branch and Bee Hive Day Centres to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a meaningful day of joy and memories.

Maythorn children’s home in Biggleswade has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following a recent inspection, carried out over two days.

Work has officially begun on a brand-new teaching block and multi-use games area (MUGA) at Dunton Junior CofE School.