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Bedford council accused of 'gatekeeping' domestic abuse victims seeking help
Bedford Borough Council has been accused of “gatekeeping” domestic abuse victims seeking housing help after a resident told councillors some survivors were still struggling to access support.
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People in Central Bedfordshire invited to have a say on council's Renters' Rights Act policy
Private landlords, letting agents and tenants are being invited to have their say on the new Renters’ Rights Act which comes into effect on May 1.
Man jailed after victim lost tooth during Bedford robbery
A man has been jailed for robbing his victim in an attack in Bedford that left him missing a tooth.
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Help shape new Renters’ Rights Policy – your voice matters
The policy is designed to strengthen protection for tenants and ensure fair, consistent enforcement for landlords and letting agents. These changes give local councils stronger powers to act against landlords who fail to follow the rules, helping ensure rented homes are safe, well-managed and fa...
Dunstable dog groomer raises cash for animal rescue at paw-some fundraiser
A dog groomer from Dunstable deserves a round of ap-paws after raising hundreds for an animal rescue charity.
Bedford drug dealer advertised sale of crack cocaine and heroin on his phone
A drug dealer who controlled a major drugs line operating in Bedford has pleaded guilty to supplying heroin and crack cocaine.
Dunstable family independent businesses: Donna Maria
By Cllr. Peter Hollick, Past Dunstable Town Mayor.
Plan to slash 100 local councillor posts will 'weaken democracy in Central Bedfordshire'
Proposals to cut the number of volunteer local councillors risks weakening local democracy and reducing vital community representation.
Bedford council faces 'real trouble' says mayor at first meeting of new finance and improvement committee
Bedford Borough Council’s mayor has warned the authority has “real troubles” as a new committee was formally established to monitor its improvement plan and savings programme.
'Black hole' in Central Bedfordshire Council's budget as it faces new decision day
A budget “black hole” prompted opposition councillors to oppose Central Bedfordshire Council’s revenue budget, according to the chairman of its corporate resources scrutiny committee.
Firefighters rescue driver after car hits tree near Bedford
A driver was freed from a car after crashing into a tree in Westoning yesterday (Tuesday).
Bedford Tesco recalls meat over salmonella fears with 48-hour isolation warning
Tesco is pulling Sacor’s French dry-cured pork sausage after Salmonella was found in the product.
Chief executive pay at Bedford council could reach £208k - 8 times more than its lowest salary
Bedford Borough Council’s chief executive salary band can reach £208k – around eight times the lowest salary – according a pay policy recommended for adoption.
Damaged pipe causes delays for drivers on M1 near Bedford
Looks like there will be ongoing delays for anyone on the M1 between Brogborough and Toddington.
Bedford councillors clash in row over constitution changes
Bedford’s mayor has accused opposition councillors of turning a discussion about reviewing the borough council’s constitution into “an election campaign”.
Bookings now open for Bedford River Festival's Sports Island
It’s getting close to that time again – the River Festival.
Make your voice heard at auditions for Bedfordshire Youth Opera’s new production
Calling all budding opera singers. If you’ve ever fancied the chance to perform in a professional theatre production now’s your chance.
Teenage female footballer from Bedford selected for top Denmark tournament
Shay Taylor is set to embark on her first European football experience after being selected to participate for Lynx Elite.
Dunstable councillor suggests co-opting Reform candidate to avoid by-election
A leaked internal email to Dunstable town councillors recommends co-opting a Reform UK candidate on to the town council to avoid staging a by-election in East ward.
University of Bedfordshire plan for 3G pitch blasted over noise concerns
A resident has launched a blistering attack on the University of Bedfordshire’s proposed 3G pitch at Polhill, accusing it of “arrogance” and branding its revised plans “insulting.”