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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're inviting residents, businesses and organisations to take part in its Local Plan scoping consultation and help shape how the area will grow in the years ahead.

We've published an updated timetable for preparing our Local Plan, alongside a formal Notice of Commencement, in line with new government regulations.

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

Last year, we started work on developing a new Local Plan that will shape the future of new homes, jobs and infrastructure, recreation and leisure, transport, local facilities, and green spaces.

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

Over the past 12 months, we've been engaging with residents to help shape the new Local Plan. We'd like to give you an update on where we are up to with that.

Over the past 12 months we’ve been engaging with residents, town and parish councils, councillors and other key stakeholders to help shape the vision and objectives for the Local Plan.

Tracie Collins, our Head of Family Help, has received national recognition of her outstanding contribution to the social work profession.

The Council is making £100,000 of funding available for its Children’s Centre Crisis Fund, an initiative designed to support families facing unexpected financial difficulties.