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National Highways admits A421 will be closed for “several days” to clear 60 million litres of flood water

National Highways has admitted the A421 "is likely to remain closed for a prolonged period that could amount to several days" after heavy rain left the parts of the road submerged in flood water over...

A421 in Bedford will be closed ‘at least’ until Friday

National Highways have said that they expect the A421 to remain closed until Friday after parts of the road in Bedford were left submerged in over eight feet of water due to heavy rain last...

A421 in Bedford to remain closed “into tomorrow” after floods

A section of the A421 in Bedford between the junction for the A6 and M1 J13 at Brogborough will remain closed "into tomorrow" (Tuesday) after it flooded due to heavy rain. The nearby pumping...

Consultation on roof signs for Bedford’s private hire vehicles to take place

Central Bedfordshire Council “pressing ahead” with school transport changes despite “hundreds of negative responses”

Stopping an “ill-conceived recommendation” from being adopted by a local authority on school transport changes in Central Bedfordshire “is critical”, a school trust...

Work on Wixams Station begins as Council warns of overnight noise

Bedford Borough Council has issued a warning that there could be some overnight noise and disruption with work on the long-awaited Wixams Station beginning later this month...

American SUV invasion: Why UK families are opting for bigger vehicles

Larger, more functional cars are gaining popularity among UK families in place of smaller, less functional vehicles. Due to their incredible off-road appearance, spacious interiors, and cutting...

Finally! Official contract for Wixams Station is signed

Bedford Borough Council has signed the official contract for Wixams Station, marking a significant milestone for the community and highly anticipated development. Wixams...

Wixams Station agreement due to be signed this week

Bedford Borough Council is due to sign an agreement with Network Rail this week to build Wixams Station, a senior council officer has said. Jon Shortland, chief officer for environment and...

We’re being “done over” – Wixams Station cost increase again

The cost of Wixams Station has increased by £3.6 million since the last update – just three weeks ago. Bedford Borough Council’s Executive was told on June 19 that the cost had increased...