The Leader of Central Bedfordshire Council will take further steps to push for rural areas to receive government funding for better flood defence, a multi-agency summit heard last week.
The Leader of Central Bedfordshire Council has thanked local volunteers for their crucial role in helping communities respond to and recover from recent flooding.
Central Bedfordshire Council agreed on a new Sustainability Plan last week (Thursday 26 September), responding to changes in national policy, new technology and evolving local needs.
Councillor Adam Zerny, Leader of the Council welcomed Emma Hardy, Minister for Water and Flooding to Leighton Buzzard today, Thursday 26 September 2024.
Council officers, volunteers and emergency services were out in force last night giving advice and guidance to people in areas affected by and at risk of further flooding due to heavy overnight.
A flooding summit, called after heavy rains in 2024, outlined how Central Bedfordshire organisations will collaborate to reduce future flood impacts on homes, roads, and infrastructure.
To mark World Bee Day 2024 (Monday 20 May), we have installed a number of bug hotels across our estates to support local wildlife and increase biodiversity.
A new training programme has been launched in construction skills that help create a sustainable future by making older homes more energy-efficient in a process called retrofitting.
In a bid to reduce unnecessary waste and cut down on household spending, we're calling on residents and community groups to step forward and consider getting involved in and lead local projects.
