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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.

We're inviting private landlords, letting agents and tenants to have their say on a new Renters' Rights Act Policy.

We're asking residents, businesses and visitors to take part in a public consultation on proposed new powers to tackle vehicle-related anti-social behaviour across the area.

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

Central Bedfordshire Council has today (7 January 2026) launched its public budget consultation for 2026/27.

We've launched a consultation our Local Council Tax Support (LCTS) scheme for working-age claimants.

We're consulting on our Sustainable Modes of Travel to School Strategy.

We're inviting local residents, businesses, and community groups to take part in a public consultation on our new Active Travel Strategy.