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Meet tiger Ginger Biscuit who has joined the big cats at Woburn Safari Park
Ginger Biscuit, a rare Amur tiger, has moved to Woburn Safari Park as part of an international conservation programme.
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Universal theme park visitors could be put off staying in Bedford if 'tourism tax' imposed
Theme park visitors could be put off staying in Bedford by potential 'tourism tax' levy, if adopted by borough council, meeting warned v.1
Hosepipe ban in place for Anglian Water users in Bedfordshire
A hosepipe ban for Anglian Water users is now in place as the third heatwave of the year puts pressure on water supplies.
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Ombudsman upholds complaint over Central Beds Council failure to provide for disabled child's needs
A complaint by a parent of a disabled child against Central Bedfordshire Council’s failure to conduct an educational assessment has been upheld.
Figures highlight contribution of Cranfield University’s international students to UK economy
Figures published in a new report have highlighted how international students at Cranfield University help generate an economic benefit of £78.3 million.
Photo released of missing man believed to be in Bedfordshire
Police have released an image of a missing man who may be passing through Bedfordshire.
Tributes to mum and children found dead in Great Denham as family thanks community for its support
The family of a mum and two children found dead in Great Denham have spoken out about the outpouring of support from the community.
Universal United Kingdom: Tourism strategy in development to make the most of 'once-in-a-generation investment' for Bedford
A tourism strategy is being developed to make the most of the Universal UK theme park’s “once-in-a-generation investment” to transform the borough.
New website coming soon
We have produced a short video to explain why we are moving to a new website, the longer-term benefits, and some of the immediate improvements. Key benefits include: improved usability and accessibility – the platform is built specifically for UK councils and is tested to meet t...
We join partners in multi-agency crackdown on used car sales in ‘Operation Ignition’
A coordinated enforcement operation targeting used car sales businesses in Leighton Buzzard has been successfully carried out by our Trading Standards service, in partnership with Bedfordshire Police, the Bedfordshire Road Safety Partnership and specialist vehicle examiners. Operation Ignition, w...
Have your say on submitted sites as part of the new Local Plan
The new Local Plan will help shape how Central Bedfordshire grows up to 2050. It will set out how the area can meet future needs for homes, jobs and infrastructure, while creating and maintaining great places to live, protecting the countryside, green spaces, historic places and the character of loc...
Young Person’s discounted bus fare scheme remains strong value as price update announced
From 1 September, the cost of a single bus journey using a YP Card will change from £1 to £1.50. The scheme will still provide significantly discounted travel for young people, with fares remaining at half the national bus fare cap, which is currently £3. Since its launch in July 2024, the YP ...
Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods
We are working in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and other organisations through the ResilienTogether programme – a Defra-funded initiative exploring new and innovative approaches to flood risk management across the Pix Brook catchment. Initial activity on site has included soil ...
Residents invited to shape the future of transport in Central Bedfordshire
We have launched a consultation on our draft Local Transport Plan, setting out a long-term vision for an easier, safer and greener transport system that works for everyone. The plan is aspirational, helping the Council secure funding and support wider change. It includes actions the Council can d...
Olympic and Paralympic stars open new £33.9m leisure centre
The centre was officially declared open on Saturday, 27 June 2026, by British Olympic athletics legend Colin Jackson CBE and Paralympic swimming champions Maisie Summers-Newton MBE and Olivia Newman-Baronius who joined councillors, partners and residents for the special ribbon-cutting cere...
Man seriously injured in Great Barford stabbing
Police are currently at the scene of a suspected stabbing in Great Barford.
Housing Matters – June 2026
Interview: A tenant and a trusted voice Joanne shares her experience of joining the Landlord Assurance Board Joanne has been a Central Bedfordshire Council tenant for 28 years, living in both Houghton Regis and Dunstable. Like many residents, she hadn’t initially considered getting involved ...
East of England Ambulance Service thanks military volunteers to mark Armed Forces Day
The East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) has thanked military volunteers who respond to 999 calls in their area, ahead of Armed Forces Day, which is being celebrated on Saturday June 27.
Unilever warned of risk of future deaths after Bedford microbiologist took her own life
Warnings of a risk of future deaths have been issued by a coroner following the inquest of a Unilever microbiologist who took her own life.
Passenger services to restart on Monday following fatal Bedford train crash
Passenger services are set to resume on Monday following a fatal collision between two trains near Bedford.