Bedford and Kempston Labour Party announces 2023 mayoral candidate
The CEO of a children’s mental health charity has been announced as the Bedford and Kempston Labour Party’s mayoral candidate. Saqhib Ali’s selection was confirmed by…
Big win for Sharnbrook and Colworth as Bedford Ath narrowly lose out
It was another busy weekend in the world of club rugby, with Sharnbrook and Colworth bouncing back from defeat at Rushden and Higham, while Bedford Ath once again suffered a narrow loss…
Mayor admits new regional economic partnership details are vague but remains optimistic
The “glass half full” mayor of Bedford believes it is worth sticking in a regional economic partnership as “there will be a prize at the end”. At the council’s full meeting on Wednesday…
Bedfordshire Pension Fund members reassured over market fluctuations
Bedfordshire Pension Fund members should have “no concerns” on the scheme’s short or long-term future as it has a “well-diversified portfolio of assets” to manage volatility…
“It’s the government’s fault” says Labour councillor in anticipation of cuts to services
Any cuts to Bedford Borough Council’s services will be blamed on council members and not the government, a councillor has warned. Councillor Kay Burley (Labour, Kempston…
Grab a bargain as the ‘Art Under The Bed’ sale returns to the Basement at Bunyan
Art lovers can find a bargain a the Basement at Bunyan this week, as the popular ‘Art Under The Bed’ sale returns. 18 artists from across Bedfordshire are taking part in…