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Universal Studios Bedford: New speed restrictions to be introduced in Wootton
As work continues on the Universal park and resort in Bedford, new speed restrictions will come into effect.
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Objections over plan to change former Great Denham golf course greenkeepers compound to business use
Residents have objected to plans to change the use of the former greenkeepers’ compound at Great Denham, arguing the proposal would harm the former golf course site and conflict with planning policy.
Extra £7.7m funding secured to tackle serious and organised crime in Bedfordshire
Bedfordshire Police is set to get £7.7 million from the Home Office to combat drugs, violence, exploitation and organised crime.
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Your guide to Easter events in Luton and Dunstable this year
It’s almost Easter – and there are plenty of great events to look forward to.
Man jailed for 13 years after sexually abusing a child following investigation by Bedfordshire Police
A man has been jailed for 13 years for sexually abusing a vulnerable child over a two-year period.
East West Rail consultation to start next month - but key details on impact for Bedford not yet available
Residents are being asked to comment on East West Rail plans for Bedford despite key details about construction disruption and traffic impacts not yet being available, Bedford Borough Council has said.
Housing Matters - March 2026
Your voice matters: new pet policy Tell us what you think about our proposed pet policy during our four-week consultation We have launched a public consultation on our new pet policy and we are inviting all tenants, leaseholders and residents in council housing to take part. Pets can bring ...
Care home plan for Renhold refused
Bedford borough councillors refused plans for a residential care home for up to five cared-for adults in Renhold, despite an officer recommendation for approval.
Central Bedfordshire Council creates more than 1,000 extra places at wraparound childcare clubs
Central Bedfordshire Council has announced the creation of 1,000 additional places at wraparound childcare clubs across the region.
Expect more delays at Biddenham as two roads closed for up to SEVEN WEEKS
Two roads in Biddenham will be temporarily shut so Cadent Gas can replace pipes in the area.
Road in Kempston to temporarily close for resurfacing
Looks like Highfield Road, in Kempston, will be temporarily shut from the end of the month.
Roads in Totternhoe to close for 8 weeks for gas pipe upgrades
A village just outside of Dunstable will have roads closed while 700m of new gas pipes are installed.
Flasher strikes near Bedford play area leaving women traumatised
A man exposed himself while standing by the river near to the café and play area in Great Denham park.
Expect a week of lane closures on M1 near Bedford as defective drains replaced
From this Friday, between junction 12 and 13, there will be lane closures as National Highways get to grips with a raft of issues.
Milton Keynes expansion plans: council leader clarifies whether new towns would cross into Central Bedfordshire
Government plans for expanding Milton Keynes under its new towns proposals would avoid creeping into Central Bedfordshire, according to the leader of the city council.
Extended outdoor play hours approved for Oakley Pre-school
Bedford Borough Council’s planning committee has approved extended outdoor play hours at Oakley Pre-School after adding a new fencing condition aimed at addressing neighbours’ concerns about noise.
Former medical centre in Dunstable transformed into supported living accommodation
A former GP practice in Dunstable has been turned into a supported living accommodation, with views over Priory Gardens.
Plane diverted to Cranfield after engine exhaust catches fire
A private Cessna plane had to be diverted and make an emergency landing at Cranfield Airport after smoke came from the engine exhaust.
"Park responsibly during school drop off": Police in call to Bedfordshire parents
The police are reminding parents to be considerate during school drop off and pick up times.
Bedfordshire woman who is one of the country’s last rush cutters nominated for award
A Bedfordshire woman who is one of the last people in the country to practice the traditional craft of harvesting English rush has been nominated for an award by the Countryside Alliance.