Monthly column: Government’s Retained EU Law Bill weakens laws without proper parliamentary scrutiny
The Government’s retained EU law passed its third reading on Wednesday by 297 votes to 238. This reckless bill risks vital workplace protections like holiday pay, maternity leave…
Bedford Borough Conservatives blame levelling up fund rejection on lack of “compelling second bid”
A war of words has broken out over a failed attempt to secure levelling up funding for Kempston Central after it was announced an application submitted by Bedford Borough Council was…
Bald Ambition: Zoe Lyons brings her midlife crisis-inspired show to Bedford
Fresh back from a shark diving holiday off the coast of Mexico, Zoe Lyons is enjoying a blustery walk in her hometown of Brighton when we call for a chat about her…
Police close river footpath at Kempston after body found
Bedfordshire Police closed a footpath along the River Great Ouse at Kempston this morning after a body was found. Police were called just before…
Bedford Blues welcome Cornish Pirates to kick off 2023 at Goldington Road
Bedford Blues have a wonderful home record this season and will look to take that in to 2023 against a dangerous Pirates side on Saturday afternoon…
Council says their Local Plan 2040 will create more affordable and accessible housing
If adopted, Bedford Borough Council’s Local Plan 2040 will help the council to ensure more affordable and accessible housing is built, a meeting heard. The question from a member of the public…