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 to Bedford Borough Council

To whom it may concern at Bedford Borough Council, According to Amnesty International, "Freedom of speech is the right to seek, receive and impart information and...

Letters: An open letter to Bedford’s commercial landlords

Erica’s OpEd letter written to Mary Portas couldn’t have been timed better, and her reply was just the endorsement we need.  Both she and Henry, Councillor Vann, have said...

Letters: “Landlords should be required to actively fill empty units in our High Streets”

For as long as Bedford has people who love and support its independents, and for as long as Bedford has the creative and inspiring people who lead so much business in the...

Letters: A reply from Mary Portas

Firstly thank you. For all you have done to reinvigorate and believe in great local community retail. I’m always happy to give a nudge to a landlord, to the Government...

Letters: An open letter to the government and East West Rail Company

The sheer arrogance of East West Rail and the government is unacceptable. The people of Bedford Borough continue to suffer due to their lack of direction and communication...

Letters: Queen’s Park once again overlooked

Having just seen your article regarding speed cameras it comes as no surprise that once again Queen's Park is overlooked. The idiots that continue to think they have a god-given...

Letters: Proportional representation is about people not politics

We’re getting back to business as usual but there are some things crying out for change. Our new Prime Minister wasn’t appointed by voters and doesn’t enjoy the support of a...

Letters: Share your memories of ‘Hey Jude’ in Harrold for new documentary

A new and exciting documentary about the song Hey Jude is in production and the producers - including the estate of former Beatles road manager, Mal Evans - are looking for anybody...

Letters: Site for floral tributes to Her Majesty the Queen is “great discourtesy”

What does Bedford Borough [Council] not understand about the giving of floral tributes? It has now become a traditional and accepted way of showing respect and offering condolence...

Letters: East West Main Line Partnership continues to support East West Rail in full

I was surprised by the suggestion that East West Rail has ‘little political support’. The East West Main Line Partnership, which I chair, is made up of local authorities and local enterprise...

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