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Fund launched to support Central Bedfordshire residents facing financial shock

Support launched to help low-income residents facing sudden financial shock through the Crisis and Resilience Fund.

Empowering young people to take the lead on climate action

We have launched a new Sustainable Student Programme, offering young people in Years 10–12 (aged 14 to 17) the opportunity to explore climate change.

Agreement to sign petition to protect Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners

At a meeting of the Full Council on Thursday (26 September) we agreed to sign a petition urging the Government to safeguard Winter Fuel Payments for pensioners.

Enforcement efforts combat blue badge misuse in Central Bedfordshire

Our recent enforcement measures targeting fraudulent use of Blue Badge disabled parking permits have put three drivers at risk of potential court action.

Libraries and leisure centres available as Warm Spaces

For the second year in a row, our libraries and leisure centres are available as Warm Spaces which residents can use during the day to keep warm.

Central Bedfordshire residents invited to make a climate change

Together with community environment charity Groundwork East, we're excited to announce a new initiative offering free climate change training to our residents.