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Central Bedfordshire residents who rely on heating oil and are struggling with rising costs can now apply for financial support from a new fund.

The Bedfordshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) has been approved by leaders across the Boroughs of Bedford, Luton and Central Bedfordshire.

Schools across Central Bedfordshire are being recognised for their commitment to sustainability, with 29 achieving Eco-Schools Green Flag accreditation during the 2024/25 academic year.

We're calling on residents, landowners, schools, and community groups to take part in the Tree Tally survey and help shape the future of our green spaces.

We've been recognised for our outstanding commitment to sustainable travel, winning top honours at the Modeshift STARS National Travel Awards and the TravelWise Week Awards 2024/25.

We've submitted a planning application for critical infrastructure that will unlock the potential for greener energy.

With temperatures dropping and many families facing increased energy costs, our libraries and leisure centres will be open as ‘Warm Spaces’ this winter.

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.

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.

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.