Monthly column: My ambitions for a safer and fairer Bedfordshire
When I launched the Police and Crime Plan in October 2024, I reaffirmed my commitment to work to create a safer and fairer Bedfordshire. After nearly a year in office, I am more convinced…
Golf pro to walk 14-mile charity hike in tribute to childhood friend
A golf professional from Ampthill is set to lead a heartfelt 14-mile charity hike for Sue Ryder St John’s Hospice in memory of his childhood friend and fellow golfer, Morgan Darnell this weekend (12 April)…
Concerns raised over impact on fostering services after Universal announcement
A Central Bedfordshire councillor is concerned that the Universal Studios theme park might impact on fostering services. During the Sustainable Communities Overview…
St Paul’s Church unveil new hand-crafted mosaic remembering Sisters of St Etheldreda
A brand new icon mosaic has taken pride of place in the east end of St Paul’s Church in Bedford, depicting the Blessed Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child in the loving relationship shown by…
Bedford Blues look to kickstart Championship run-in against Nottingham
Bedford Blues return to Championship action this Saturday (12 April) in another big weekend of sport in the town, as they welcome Nottingham to Goldington Road looking to kickstart the…
No injuries after bus crashes into central reservation near Goldington Road
A bus has crashed into a central reservation on the junction between Goldington Road and St Peter’s Street early this morning, but there has been no reported injuries. A statement…
“Put bureaucracy in the bin” says councillor in pursuit of new cycle paths
Central Bedfordshire Council needs to “put bureaucracy in the bin” to deliver some projects, a senior councillor has said at the Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee…
Bedfordshire Police to recruit more police officers and PCSOs
An extra 20 police officers will be recruited into neighbourhood policing roles across Bedfordshire as part of a government pledge to bolster community teams over the next four years…
Bedford Ian writes…
10 April 2025: Universal credit, Unibedford Studios and Universal gridlock? Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and has told us what…