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Flood defence in Bedford borough below standard needed to protect homes and business
One of Bedford borough’s flood defences is currently below standards set to protect homes and businesses, according to new data.
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'Fake toys, real harms': Authorities warn parents across Bedfordshire of dangerous counterfeit Labubu dolls and goods this Christmas
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) and the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) are working together to warn parents about the dangers of counterfeit goods – including popular Labubu dolls – on the market around Christmas.
Screws and nails strewn on Bedford roads in "reckless act," say police
Officers are stepping up surveillance after screws, nails and other sharp objects were deliberately thrown across roads in Clapham and Oakley.
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Bedford drivers warned to expect overnight closures on A421 and A1
Bedford's motorists will have five road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week.
‘Urgent action needed to protect and restore nature’ across Bedfordshire
Bedfordshire has been described as one of the more nature-impacted areas in England in a new countywide strategy approved by Bedford Borough Council’s Executive.
More than 40 patients treated at Bedfordshire Hospitals Trust amid 'super flu outbreak'
The number of serious flu cases has jumped 55% in a week with 41 patients treated at Bedfordshire Hospitals Trust.
‘Disappointing’ response to Bedford town centre alcohol licensing consultation
A Bedford Borough Council consultation on town centre alcohol licensing attracted only four responses – none from the public and none from police.
Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner says protection of women and girls 'core mission' for the county's force
Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC), John Tizard, says protecting women and girls remains a “core mission” for the county’s police force.
Warning after surge of thefts from vehicles in Brickhill and Putnoe area of Bedford
Police are appealing for information following a series of thefts from vehicles over the past few weeks in Brickhill and Putnoe.
Live facial recognition technology to be deployed in Bedford town centre
Live Facial Recognition technology is to be deployed in Bedford town centre on Wednesday next week. (December 17)
Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes health authority staff set to be offered voluntary redundancy
Health authority staff within the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB) are being offered voluntary redundancy, as the first stage towards a sweeping 50 per cent staffing reduction imposed by Government, a meeting heard.
New SEMH provision opens in Dunstable to support children with urgent needs
Pupils are now settling into newly refurbished classrooms at Larwood School on Beech Road in Dunstable, delivered by us, while the former Pulloxhill Lower School is refurbished to permanently provide up to 50 much-needed placements. Demand for specialist provision continues to rise and in the las...
New SEMH provision opens in Dunstable to support children with urgent needs
Pupils are now settling into newly refurbished classrooms at Larwood School on Beech Road in Dunstable, delivered by us, while the former Pulloxhill Lower School is refurbished to permanently provide up to 50 much-needed placements. Demand for specialist provision continues to rise and in the las...
Son who lost dad to brain tumour running 10km every day in December to find cure
A man who lost his dad to a brain tumour is running 10km every day in December to fund research into the disease.
Recycling collections to resume Monday 15 December
Our contractor, which treated recycling waste, suspended its service with extremely short notice, after asking us and taxpayers to pick up the millions of pounds of additional cost, after the contractor suffered a fire at its facility. The short notice left us with no time to make alternative arran...
Nearly 80 arrests made by Beds Police tackling violence against women and girls
Bedfordshire Police arrested 78 people for domestic abuse-related offences during a dedicated 16-day campaign to tackle male violence against women and girls.
Cycle lane plans for Dunstable and Luton roads closed for upgrade works in latest travel notices
Residents are being warned about upcoming temporary road, footpath, and cycling works in Central Bedfordshire and Luton after the latest public notices were published.
Light up your bike like your life depends on it – Bedford Borough councillor's Christmas message
A Bedford borough councillor has bought four sets of ‘stocking filler’ bike lights to help promote winter cycle safety.
Recycling bin collection restart in Central Bedfordshire next week
People in Central Bedfordshire will have their recycling waste collected next week after the council found a new contractor.
Central Bedfordshire ranks 7th as nation’s most popular place to move to
Central Bedfordshire is the UK’s 7th favourite destination to relocate to, according to a new study.