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Bedfordshire devolution plans shelved

Devolution plans for local authorities in Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes have been “shelved” for the time being. The restructuring process would combine councils into a wider regional...

Monthly column: Don’t take huge risks with other people’s money

If you look after the pennies, the pounds will look after themselves… and that couldn’t be more important for those in public office when you are spending someone else’s (local residents’)...

Monthly column: What the Capital Programme means for you

As many are aware, councils up and down the country are facing some really tough financial challenges. However, while others are cutting back and reducing services, we’re refusing to stand still and have chosen to invest in Bedford Borough’s...

Bedford Borough Executive accused of “dodging scrutiny” over property sales

Bedford mayor’s executive decision to sell council properties is “essentially dodging scrutiny” the leader of the Lib Dem Group has claimed. On Tuesday (January 28) mayor Tom...

Bedford’s mayor accused of “offensive” comments over EWR home demolitions

Bedford’s mayor has been accused of making “offensive” comments on social media by a Green borough councillor. Councillor Ben Foley (Greyfriars) commented on the mayor’s...

Bedfordshire farmers join national protest against ‘crippling’ inheritance tax changes

Farmers across Bedfordshire are set to unite with the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) tomorrow (Saturday) to protest against proposed inheritance tax changes they believe could...

PCC calls for more transparency on budget scrutiny

Concerns have been raised as Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner (PCC) departs from the “tried and tested approach” for budget scrutiny. But the PCC said...

Council issues first enforcement warning notice under new planning powers

Bedford Borough Council has served a planning enforcement warning notice to a Wootton property. Ian Johnson, service manager (heritage and compliance) told the Planning Committee on...

Affordable housing and play area included in Wootton planning application

Portfolio holders criticised for “no shows” at scrutiny meetings

A councillor has criticised Bedford Borough Council portfolio holders for not attending scrutiny meetings. Councillor Jonathan Abbott (Lib Dem, Clapham and Oakley) asked last week’s Environment and Sustainable Communities...