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Council approves changes to Local Council Tax Support scheme

Central Bedfordshire Council has approved changes to its Local Council Tax Support (LCTS) scheme for working-age residents.

Council to consult on Local Council Tax Support Scheme

At a meeting on 7 October, Central Bedfordshire Council’s Executive agreed plans to consult on its Local Council Tax Support Scheme (LCTS) for working-age claimants.

Barton-le-Clay woman found guilty of Council Tax fraud

A Central Bedfordshire resident has been sentenced to an £80 fine plus ordered to pay £250 in costs and a £32 victim surcharge after attempting to avoid paying Council Tax.

Resident prosecuted for Council Tax Fraud

We've successfully prosecuted a resident for fraudulently claiming Council Tax Support and a Single Person Discount.

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.

East of England local authorities collaborate to appeal for more foster families to work with their council

Eleven local authorities across the East of England have joined forces in a bid to collectively recruit more foster carers to look after some of the region’s most vulnerable children.

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.