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: What to do if you find suspected bird flu

Over the Christmas period, I have had the unhappy duty of reporting three dead cygnets to Defra for suspected bird flu. We all do it, including me, but at present I would ask those feeding...

Letters: Bromham Parish Council’s claim they are listening to residents is a “distortion”

At the recent meeting (8 December) of Bedford Borough's Planning Committee, the Chairman of Bromham Parish Council spoke in favour of the application before the committee for...

Letters: Join us to create safer streets and keep young people away from crime

Everyone’s Gang, the local youth-focused charity, have designed our own community initiative, The Community Voice, and with some financial support from the Bedfordshire PCC...

Letters: I don’t remember politicians being any better in the 90s

I've been moved to write in response to your [Bedford Ian's] comments on the qualities of local politicians. I don't remember it being any different in the 90s. Indeed, I think that is why...

Letters: New town centre shop is a delight

A Bedford Independent reader and local town centre shopper has written in to tell us they think a new shop that has opened up on Silver Street selling fruit and veg is a delight...

Letters: “I will always stand up for an open and honest council chamber, our residents deserve nothing less”

After reading the Bedford Independent article, Deputy Mayor says over-running meetings and political point-scoring show 'troubling disregard' for the electorate, yesterday (1 December)...

Letters: Please sign up to this year’s Sue Ryder December Daily Dash

We’re encouraging the local community to take on Sue Ryder’s December Daily Dash, a fundraising event my husband and I created in memory of my dad, and in gratitude to the incredible...

Letters: A dim view of street light cost saving

In July, Bedford Borough Council dimmed the street lights by 50% to cut energy costs, reduce carbon emissions, and lower light pollution. This decision is already having a negative impact...

Letters: BFARe calls on residents to challenge EWR Co. at upcoming public meeting

Bedfordshire for a Re-consultation (BFARe) is urging all residents affected by the East West Rail (EWR) project to attend a critical public meeting on Thursday, 6 November 2025...

Letters: “A coat of paint and pressure wash would do wonders to brighten the town centre”

I live in a small village 10 minutes' drive from the town centre and try to make time to visit as much as possible to support the local businesses. I'm not a Bedford native, but having lived...

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