Opinion: It’s great to see deceitful politicians being called out, but new campaigning rules don’t go far enough
This week’s government announcement on tighter rules for political campaign material is, at last, an acknowledgement of something we’ve been saying for years: fake newspapers mislead…
Bedford women who mean business: A new series spotlighting local female entrepreneurs
Bedford Borough is home to a quietly powerful movement, one led by women who are reshaping the town’s economy, culture, and future. From fashion start-ups to wellness workshops, female…
In pictures: Triumphant final weekend for Bedford Summer Sessions
The final weekend of the Summer Sessions in Bedford Park drew to a triumphant close on Sunday (13 July) as McFly played the last headline slot. Thousands of music fans from all over the…
Monthly column: Our welfare system needs fixing to support people back into work
The Government claims it is delivering sensible welfare reforms, but in reality, all they have delivered is chaos and yet another U-turn. They have failed to grasp the reforms needed to deliver…
Change coming to Bedford mayoral voting system after close 2023 election
Bedford’s razor-thin mayoral election result in 2023 has been thrown into sharper focus after the government confirmed it is scrapping First Past the Post (FPTP) for mayoral and…
Hometown tourist: Holiday fun for kids in Bedford this summer
This summer, look no further than Bedford town centre for some great family fun and even feel the sand beneath your feet at a beach in Silver Square. The John Bunyan Museum, Bedford…
Police increase patrols in Clapham to combat scourge of discarded screws in the road
Bedfordshire Police has confirmed it is increasing patrols in Clapham after numerous reports of screws being scattered across several roads in the area, causing damage to vehicles…
Bedford and County athletes beat the heat in winning medals at Centenary Championships
Young athletes from Bedford and County Athletics Club were in action at the prestigious English Schools Centenary Championships in Birmingham last weekend (12 and 13 July)…
Disabled passengers and campaigners demand answers over Bedford Station lift delays
After complaints from passengers, councillors and the local MP, and nearly a month out of order, Network Rail says that a lift at Bedford Station should be repaired next week (21 July). The passenger lift on platform 1 of the station has been out of order since 29 June, meaning that anyone with accessibility issues […]
Watchdog orders Bedford Borough Council to release Fusion contract
Bedford Borough Council has been ordered by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to release information about the closure of its contract with leisure operator…