Bedford’s teachers, coaches and mentors deserve the spotlight – nominate an Everyday Hero
Nominations are open for the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards 2025, with Bedford School sponsoring Excellence in Education and hosting the ceremony at The Quarry Theatre…
Breaking news: Government inspectors to examine Bedford Borough Council as financial pressures continue
Bedford Borough Council will undergo a three-month best value inspection by a government inspector and two assistants as the authority continues to tackle its financial challenges…
Update given on Wixams GP surgery as £5.5 million allocated to project
Bedford Borough councillors pressed for reassurance of a long-delayed GP surgery in Wixams after the council approved £5.5 million in funding, subject to NHS commitments…
Bedford College students gain real-world experience hosting business networking event
Bedford College students took over hosting duties at a Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce networking meeting, gaining hands-on experience of how local businesses connect and work together…
Opinion: The latest LGBT+ campaign arrives in football, but there is a far easier way to be supportive
February is LGBT+ History Month, and some of the focus is once again on the world of football, who kick off their latest LGBT+ awareness campaign this weekend, but we ask, what can you do to help…
Permission for HMO denied by Bedford Borough Council after retrospective application
Bedford Borough Council has refused retrospective planning permission for the change of use of a Bedford house from a dwelling to a house in multiple occupation (HMO)…
Bedford Hockey Ladies extend their league lead to seven with another convincing win
After second in the East Women’s Premier Division, Cambridge City, suffered a loss in their fixture at the weekend, Bedford Ladies’ 1st XI stretched their lead at the top to seven points…
£7,000 fines for environmental crimes awarded to Bedford Borough Council already this year
This year, Bedford Borough Council has already secured £7,000 in fines for environmental crimes, including fly-tipping, vehicle abandonment, and highway obstruction after multiple…
Chain-free vs. property chain: How your solicitor navigates both scenarios
Moving house is often described as one of life’s most stressful events, and the complexity usually boils down to the chain. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner…
Balloon payment explained: Should you pay the final PCP lump sum?
Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) has become the most popular way for UK drivers to get behind the wheel of a new or used car. Its appeal lies in the flexibility it offers, but many drivers…