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What are the key criteria to judge a casino by?

The casino scene in the UK has never been bigger. Ever since the Gambling Act came into force back in 2007, the industry has steadily been climbing, rushing past its land-based counterpart...

Bedford employers: Do your staff know you owe them an eye test?

Ask a room full of Bedford business owners whether they're meeting their health and safety obligations and most will nod along confidently. Fire risk assessment, done. First aid kit, in the cupboard...

Bedford Ian writes…

Mayes 'school' Yard, River rivalry, and Lieutenant pride. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…

Bedford’s Ethan Vernon helps Team England win Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow

The full set of velodrome gold medals is in sight for Bedford's Ethan Vernon, who claimed Commonwealth Games gold yesterday (30 July) as part of an England quartet in the Team Pursuit...

Bedford families offered free bus travel to Luton Airport this August

Bedfordians jetting off this August can bypass parking charges and taxi fares as London Luton Airport funds free bus travel across key local routes, including the Stagecoach MK1 service...

MP launches second annual Mid Bedfordshire pub of the year competition

Local MP Blake Stephenson has launched his second annual Pub of the Year competition to find the best pub in Mid Bedfordshire in 2026. The contest will…

How real-time payment verification is changing retail checkout conversion

Checkout abandonment is one of the most persistent revenue drains in UK retail. Despite years of UX investment, the gap between intent and purchase completion remains stubbornly wide...

Local author launches Bedford-based cosy crime novel with riverside giveaway

A Bedford author has taken inspiration from their floating home at Priory Marina for their new cosy crime murder mystery series. And to celebrate its launch, they are dropping off free copies...

Hometown Tourist: On your bike in Bedford Borough

One of the best ways to see the beautiful countryside of our borough is by hopping on your bike and exploring the local cycle paths that are part of National Cycle Route 51...

Bedford housing association achieves highest gradings from regulator

Bedford local housing association, bpha, announce their achievement of the highest consumer grading from the regulator of social housing. Bpha provides homes and services...