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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Stagecoach introduce ‘journey assistance cards’ to help bus passengers in Bedford

Local bus service, Stagecoach have introduced free 'journey assistance cards' in order to help passengers who require further help on their bus journeys around the Borough...
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A Facebook post pertaining to offer an excluisve bus ticket deal for Cambridge residents. It is being shared by Stagecoach bus company as it is a scam

Bus passengers warned about social media ‘smartcard’ scam

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An artist's impression of the new road layout in St Paul's Square in Bedford

Emergency gas works blamed for town centre traffic congestion

Emergency gas works disrupted the start of Bedford’s town centre improvements, with motorists already feeling the impact, a senior councillor has said. But the portfolio...
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a parking permit sign on a Bedford street displaying the times tickets are required

Online parking system sparks backlash from Bedfordians who “lack digital access”

Bedford borough residents are challenging the council’s decision to replace physical parking permits and visitor permit books with an online-only system. They argue that...
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An artist's impression of the new road layout in St Paul's Square in Bedford

Regeneration of St Paul’s Square is “vital” part of £4.98m town centre funding

A transformation is underway in Bedford town centre, as work begins on Monday (17 February) to redevelop one of the key projects within Bedford Borough Council's Town Fund...
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Licensing committee told private hire driver’s licence revoked after drink driving crash

A Bedford borough private hire driver had their licence revoked after being involved in a crash and being over the drink-drive limit, a meeting heard. During last night’s general licensing...
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RMG Stagecoach X5 at Bedford Bus Station Image Stagecoach East

Stagecoach East drivers recognised for excellence in safety and sustainability

Nearly 200 Stagecoach East drivers have been recognised for their commitment to road safety and fuel-efficient driving, with more than 50 achieving the highest level of recognition...
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Bedford Hospital Image: Dr Robert Oakley

Bedford Borough councillor criticised over ‘incorrect’ EWR hospital car park claims

Bedford Borough councillors have been urged to avoid scaremongering and focus on solutions in discussions surrounding East West Rail’s (EWR) plans for a multi-storey...
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the departure gate at Luton Airport

Luton Airport bosses push for expansion amid environmental and infrastructure concerns

Bosses at Luton Airport have called on the Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander to formalise the government’s approval of development at the airport allowing it to...
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Construction taking plane on the new EWR line Image EWR Co

Bedford Borough Council officially responds to latest East West Rail consultation

Bedford Borough Council has responded to the latest East West Rail (EWR) consultation, outlining its opposition to the demolition of homes, its preferred station options, concerns...
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