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Renters' Rights Act: Bedford council fails to answer questions on impact on homelessness
Bedford Borough Council has promoted major new protections for private renters following the abolition of “no fault” eviction notices – but remains tight-lipped over whether the reforms would affect homelessness pressures.
A1 northbound to close this weekend for Black Cat upgrade
The A1 will close again this weekend as part of the Black Cat revamp.
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Public told to avoid Aylesbury Road in Bedford as properties evacuated
Police are still at the scene of a wellbeing check last night (Monday).
Have your say on proposal for a new Linmere ward
The consultation, which opens on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, focuses on how Linmere should be represented as it continues to grow into a distinct and established community within Houghton Regis. Linmere is a major new development that, once complete, will be comparable in size to a small town. Through ...
'I will stand for re-election' says Bedford mayor
Bedford’s mayor has said he intends to stand for re-election next year, arguing voters should judge his record after four years in office and warning that political control of the council could shift significantly.
Third time lucky? Plans for flats behind Bedford High Street shops return
Plans to build four flats behind Bedford High Street shops have been submitted for a third time after two previous permissions expired without being carried out.
Gorgeous former Bedford coaching inn goes back on the market after less than four years
The old Swan pub in Elstow has gone back on the market with an elevated price tag to match.
Homeless outreach campaign in Dunstable gets boost after mayor’s visit
An initiative set up to help people sleeping rough in Dunstable has had the backing of the mayor and the county's Deputy Lord Lieutenant.
Man in hospital with serious injuries following violent fight at Bedford takeaway
A man is currently in hospital in a stable but serious condition after what police are describing as a violent fight.
Dog rescued from house fire in Bedford
A dog had to be rescued from a house in Marlborough Road on Saturday (May 9).
66 homes could be built in Wootton as developer claims neighbourhood plan 'overtaken by events'
A developer has claimed Wootton’s neighbourhood plan has been “overtaken by events” as part of a bid to build up to 66 homes on land west of Wootton Upper School.
Bedford's St Paul’s Church gets over £200k lottery cash to help repair historic tower
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded St Paul’s Church £209,000.
Bedford International Athletic Stadium upgrade restores its competition status
Bedford International Athletic Stadium has been re-established as a competition-standard athletics facility thanks to a major track resurfacing project.
Historic bandstand revamp completes work to improve Bedford Park
A series of projects to enhance Bedford Park, including restoration of the historic bandstand, is now complete.
Dunstable primary school gets £4,000 boost to fund wildlife project and spiritual garden
A primary school has had a huge boost to its wildlife garden after a donation from a gift left by the Dunstable School Old Boys' Association’s (DSOBA) former chairman.
Bedford man charged with attempted murder after crash with cyclist
A Bedford man has been charged with attempted murder and drink driving after a serious crash in Norwich on Friday (May 8).
Local families invited to drop-in sessions for funded childcare support
We'll be visiting local libraries to help families understand their eligibility for funded places for 2-year-olds, apply for childcare funding, and find suitable childcare. The sessions are free to attend, with no appointment needed, and aim to make it easier for families to access the support av...
Help shape the future of Central Bedfordshire – Local Plan scoping consultation now open
The Local Plan is an important document that sets out the vision and framework for future development across Central Bedfordshire up to 2050. It will help plan for the homes, jobs and infrastructure the area needs, while making sure growth is supported by the right facilities and services and the en...
Education in Central Bedfordshire 'in crisis' warns councillor
Education in Central Bedfordshire is ‘in crisis’ a councillor has warned.