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Homelessness: 97.5% of rental properties in Bedford are unaffordable to those on benefits

From unaffordable rental properties to the under-funded implementation of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, central government funding cuts are prevent...

Empty Homes Week 2019: taking action on empty homes

As part of Empty Homes Week, Bedford Borough Council is shining a spot-light on long-term empty homes that have successfully been brought back into use.

Planning Inspectorate says Bedford’s ‘Local Plan’ needs further review

The Planning Inspectorate has sent back Bedford Borough Council's Local Plan 2030 for further review, saying it needs to do more to take into consideration future housing growth. This review includes a Borough wide...

Housing charity could be at risk if forced to buy expensive wooden windows

“Don’t make us pay more than three times as much for wooden windows.” That’s the plea from elderly residents of a charity’s housing estate in Stewartby. Planning officers at...

Bedford Borough Council admit massive oversupply of new homes

Following pressure from CPRE Bedfordshire, Bedford Borough Council has released figures that suggest they've made plans to build over 1000 homes that aren't needed. As part of the...

You’re invited to Wootton Vale Retirement Community

If you’re aged 55 or over, rent your home and find yourself needing a bit of extra support or care then Wootton Vale Retirement Community could be your perfect sanctuary. This wonderful...

Have your say on HMOs in Bedford and Kempston

The public are invited to make their views known on the impact Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) have on their area. Currently, houses can be converted..