Council says it cannot take on unadopted land without lump-sum contribution from house builders
Bedford Borough Council is not in a position to take on the responsibility of unadopted land without new home developers making a contribution to future maintenance, a senior council officer has said…
Wixams railway station making “good progress”
“Good progress” has been made on Wixams Railway Station, a meeting has heard. Jon Shortland, chief officer for environment and chief officer for planning, infrastructure and economic growth…
Two new accessible Changing Places toilets open in Bedford
New accessible Changing Places toilets have been officially opened in Russell Park and at the Higgins Bedford to cater to the needs of severely disabled visitors. In Russell Park, the modular unit is…
‘Kerbside’ glass recycling trial to begin in Bedford Borough
A trial to enable residents to recycle glass bottles and jars directly in their orange-lidded bins will begin in selected areas of Bedford Borough this Spring. The nine-month trial will begin in late April/early May…
Kempston Pool given £242k funding boost and Oasis set to reopen
There’s good news for Bedford’s pool users as the Government and Sports England have announced a £242,800 grant for Kempston as part of their Swimming Pool Support Fund for Kempston Pool…
Already safe Bedford Ath suffer sixth straight defeat to Shelford
Bedford Ath suffered their seventh home loss of the season and the third consecutive match in which no bonus points have been gained, although Bedford Ath are safe from relegation…