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Recycling collections to resume across Central Bedfordshire after Bletchley waste transfer station fire
Kerbside dry mixed recycling collections are to resume across Central Bedfordshire from Monday, March 23 after they were temporarily suspended this week following a fire at a waste transfer station facility in Bletchley.
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Kerbside dry recycling collections to resume on Monday 23 March
Central Bedfordshire Council would like to thank residents for their patience and understanding during a brief suspension of dry recycling collections. The suspension of dry recycling collections was due to a catastrophic fire at a waste transfer facility in Bletchley, which bulks and transports ...
The key symptoms Bedfordshire parents told they must act on amid meningitis outbreak
With the recent meningitis outbreak in the South East, parents of young babies are being urged to know the warning signs and act fast.
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'Residents feel they're not being listened to' Bedford councillors voice concern over lack of detailed East West Rail plans
Bedford borough councillors have voiced concern that key plans showing how East West Rail’s will be phased through the town are still not available, despite the project being expected to start building in 2029.
Bedfordshire company wins national award for garden makeover water feature
A Maulden based landscape company has won a gold award for designing a water feature for a hotel-spa style garden makeover.
New Children and Young People’s Plan published by Central Bedfordshire Council
Central Bedfordshire Council has published a new Children and Young People’s Plan for the area.
Best ever inspection report for Bedfordshire fire service but culture rated Inadequate
Bedfordshire’s fire service has improved its core services according to its latest inspection report.
CCTV appeal after man 'touched himself inappropriately' on board train heading to Bedford
A CCTV image has been released as police investigate reports a man touched himself while on board a train from London.
Gun licensing delays are ‘killing sport’ claims Riseley shooting group
A clay shooting group says long delays in firearms licensing are discouraging newcomers from taking up the sport and affecting local businesses.
The quacky tradition making a splash near Bedford this weekend with 1,700 rubber ducks
Around 1,700 rubber ducks will descend down a river near Bedford on Saturday, March 21, for a quirky annual tradition.
Bedford councillors back petition's call to review pension fund investments linked to Gaza conflict
Bedford borough councillors have backed calls to review investments linked to the conflict in Gaza after a petition signed by more than 300 residents put pressure on a £4bn public pension fund.
New Children and Young People’s Plan published for Central Bedfordshire
The plan outlines a shared approach to improving outcomes for children and young people, ensuring they have the best possible start in life and are supported as they grow up. It builds on the previous plan launched in 2022 and reflects feedback gathered from children and young people, families and p...
Colleagues recognised in national campaign
Caroline Melling, Rebecca Kearns, Marlika Anderson, Sarah Broderick, Sian Miljkovic, Andrew Connor and Michelle Ashwell have been highlighted as part of the Amazing Social Workers campaign run by the British Association of Social Workers (BASW), which shines a spotlight on the dedication, compassion...
Princess Royal visits Bedford School to inspect cadet force
The Princess Royal Princess Anne popped into Bedford earlier today (Wednesday).
Easter in Dunstable: What’s On
Spring has sprung in Dunstable, and the town is ready with a packed programme of Easter events for families and young people.
One Kempston restaurant told "major improvement" needed following food hygiene inspection
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has posted its latest food hygiene ratings and it’s not good news for ONE Kempston businesses.
Bedford with its "lovely parks and red-brick Victorian houses" named among best places to live
Largely thanks to Universal's decision to come to here, Bedford has been thrust into the spotlight.
Road in Ampthill to close for water pipe repairs
Part of Queen’s Road in Ampthill will be closed for three days later this month.
CQC rates Central Bedfordshire Council's adult social care provision as good
Residents across Central Bedfordshire are benefiting from high‑quality, person‑centred adult social care, according to a new Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment that praises the Council’s strong leadership, effective partnerships, and commitment to improving people’s lives. The CQC c...
Adult social care in Central Bedfordshire given 'good' rating by watchdog
A ‘good’ rating has been awarded to Central Bedfordshire Council after a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection of its adult social care provision.