Letters to the editor

Whether it’s something that’s bothering you or something you want to praise, our letters page will give you the chance to tell the rest of Bedford Borough what’s on your mind.

Maybe you’ve got something to say about one of our recent articles. Even if you disagree with what we’ve published, we want to hear from you.

Simply email letters@BedfordIndependent.co.uk and your opinions, rants, ideas, compliments or criticisms could soon feature on our pages.
Terms and conditions:

  • Only letters from Bedford Borough residents will be accepted unless they are from a nationally recognised charity or public body with a subject that may be of interest to our readers.
  • You must include your full name and full address for your letter to be considered for publication.
  • Our editorial policy is to only publish your name, street name and/or town or village.
  • Names and addresses can be withheld but only with good reason.
  • If possible, please include a high-quality photo with your letter.
  • Letters may be edited for length, typos and formatting purposes.
  • Write respectfully, refraining from the use of personal comments or attacks, profanity, or remarks that may be considered offensive.
  • We reserve the right to refuse publication without a reply.

Further terms & conditions for reader letters and comments can be found on our ethics and editorial policy page.

Updated: 01 January 2024

Letters: An open letter on Brexit

Very few people living today voted in the first referendum of June 1975. No political party has ever mentioned the referendum of 2017 [sic] was the 2nd...

Letters to the editor: New roundabouts are NOT a success for vulnerable residents

Cycling Campaign for North Bedfordshire (CCNB) does not agree that the new mini-roundabouts installed on Goldington Road are a success.

Letters: Traffic has found its way through Wilstead, Cllr Coombes…

I was surprised to see it was reported that Cllr. Graeme Coombes has stated that Wilstead residents are going to be mightily cheesed off that traffic is...

Letters: Why no recognition of Robinson Pool?

I have been into Robinson Pool twice this week. Despite being the Golden anniversary of the pool, there was nothing to suggest any recognition from the managing contractors...

Letters: First aid should be compulsory throughout the UK

You never know how you would act in an emergency, yet our actions could save a life. This is why I think it’s fantastic that, after 10 years of campaigning by the British Red Cross...

Letters: Join Tess on the Sue Ryder Starlight Hike

My name is Tess and I am 14 years old. Nearly 9 months ago my Daddy died from bowel cancer at St John’s Hospice, Moggerhanger. My family and friends are...

Letters: The majority of Alistair Burt voters are in favour of Brexit

Whilst it is very politically correct for local fellow politicians to commiserate with the MP for NE Beds, is it not more pertinent to know what his...

Letters: Mr Yasin should resign over Boris bash

In response to your article: Borough MPs react as Boris Johnson wins Conservative Party leadership contest. Boris makes comments in support of women being treated equally and not bullied...

Letters: Cycle around Bedford instead of using the car

With all the worries of motorists about Bedford's roads being in chaos until well into 2021 and only a few days to go before the closure of the Bromham Road railway bridge on Monday...

Letters: What a waste! Why are the council patrolling a free car park?

Having a visitor over from Spain for the weekend, my partner and I decided to take the car to Bedford Park instead of walking as we usually do. We needed to get our guest back to...

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