Bedford Ian writes…
22 August 2025: Hivis hypocrisy, Idiotic ignorance and Long arm of the… litter picker. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…
Book-inspired adventure trails for families launch as part of Borough’s Year of Reading
The children’s books of beloved local author, Julia Jarman, have provided the inspiration for four new adventure trails for children and families in Bedford Borough. The initiative is part…
Bedford Borough Lib Dems defend Universal amendment debate
Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats have defended their decision to add an amendment on council governance to a key proposal regarding Universal Studios. Group leader, cllr Henry Vann…
Clapham Cars acquires Anglia Cars promising service improvements and reduced waiting times
Anglia Cars has been acquired by Clapham Cars, a reputable taxi firm with over 25 years of experience serving the Bedford area and its surrounding regions. This acquisition promises to bring…
Borough Council agrees response to Universal Studios consultation and calls for greater project scrutiny
Bedford Borough Council has voted to approve its formal amended response to the government’s consultation on the proposed Universal Destinations and Experiences resort…
Runner swaps Bedford’s roads for the toughest mountains in aid of the Grange Academy
On Friday 29 August, one Bedford runner will be scaling the heights of some of the UK’s highest peaks, all in aid of the Grange Academy in Kempston, which provides special needs education…
“Nearly half are children”, Bedford asylum charity addresses hotel use concerns
A Bedford charity that supports people seeking asylum has responded to a wave of social media debate following the Mayor’s comments about hotel accommodation for asylum seekers in the town…