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All the latest Political and politics news from across Bedford Borough. Everything you need to keep you up to date with what’s happening in Bedford Borough on your mobile or desktop via the Bedford Independent.

The Bedford Independent was founded to provide the people of Bedford Borough with a modern news desk that would give them easy access to genuine and unbiased Bedford news. We are independent in ownership and opinion.

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Police on the beat on Bedford High Street. Image: Bedfordshire Police/Facebook

Monthly column: Funding effective police services

As your Police and Crime Commissioner, it is my duty to ensure that our county is a safe place for all. Today, good policing is not just about the number of officers on neighbourhood teams...
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Central Bedfordshire Council entrance Image: LDRS

Central Bedfordshire jobs could be lost as council balances budget

More than 130 jobs could be lost at Central Bedfordshire Council in a bid to balance next year’s budget and reshape the local authority – although around a third are currently vacant...
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The English Devolution White Paper

New plans for ‘English Devolution’ could equal implications for Bedford Borough Council

Bedford Borough Council said it’s currently "looking at the implications" of the English Devolution: Power and Partnership white paper. The English Devolution: Power and Partnership white paper...
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Row of housing in Stewartby

Council to identify eligible Bedford properties to implement ‘Warm Homes Plan’

Bedford Borough Council said it welcomes the government’s "commitment to improving energy efficiency in homes across the UK". In its manifesto, the government committed...
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Bedford & Kempston MP Mohammad Yasin (Labour) speaking at PMQs 24 July 2024. Image: Screenshot via Parliament.TV.

Monthly column: Now, more than ever, we must hold on to that sense of community spirit

As we approach the festive season, it is a time of reflection, hope, and togetherness. Christmas often brings with it a chance to pause, take stock, and express gratitude for...
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December 2024's full council meeting in adjournment after capital programme impasse

Capital programme debate delayed until January following full council impasse

Approval for Bedford borough’s Conservative administration’s capital programme – which included education, transport and leisure plans – has been delayed following...
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Bedford Borough Council offices

Bedford Borough Council invites local community to share their views on budget proposals

Bedford Borough Council has invited residents and businesses to share their views on its 2025/26 budget proposals. It said its priorities span essential services, including planning...
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Reluctance from councillors as private hire licence vehicle fees to be increased

A borough councillor said he appreciated that costs need to be recovered, but he didn’t want to vote for a “huge price increase” for Hackney carriage and private hire vehicle licences. But another councillor said it was “morally wrong” for...
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Members of Real Bedford football team celebrating at their McMullen Park ground.

Ground improvements required at Real Bedford’s McMullen Park to meet FA standards

Real Bedford Football Club’s ground needs to be updated to meet The Football Association's (FA) minimum standards, a planning application has said. The application’s Design and Access Statement said football clubs are...
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A Christmas wreath. Image: Pixabay

Monthly column: Standing up for residents all year round; and wishing you a happy Christmas

I had a lovely email from a resident last week expressing thanks that we had managed to get a bus shelter which had been broken for months repaired. After making enquiries, we found...
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