Bedford and Kempston Labour Party

Exclusive: Labour mayoral candidate Saqhib Ali reveals election manifesto

With local council and mayoral elections happening this May, the Labour candidate for Bedford's Mayoral race, Saqhib Ali, has revealed his manifesto which he says "delivers a positive vision for...

Labour councillor seeking re-election says keeping in contact with local people is the “most important part of the job”.

A Labour councillor seeking re-election in May said living in her ward means she can keep in regular contact with local people, which is the “most important part of the job”...

Labour’s mayoral candidate announces priorities for Bedford borough

Labour’s mayoral candidate Saqhib Ali has announced his top five priorities for Bedford borough. If elected, Mr Ali pledges to protect and improve local health services, prioritise...

“Let’s get together and get things done” says Labour candidate in Kingsbrook Ward

A Labour candidate for May’s local election said she is standing to get more services for Bedford’s Kingsbrook community. Ralley Rahman has been selected alongside...

Labour selects Sudesh Rani as candidate for new Greyfriars Ward

Labour’s candidate for the new Greyfriars Ward says she is running to give residents a real say in Bedford’s future. Sudesh Rani has... been selected by the Bedford...

Labour candidate for Castle and Newnham says it’s time for a change

Labour’s candidate for the Castle and Newnham Ward said residents have made it very clear to him that they’re ready for a change. Sam Blacklaws has been selected by the Bedford...

MP’s senior caseworker selected as Labour candidate for 2023 local elections

A Labour candidate for Bedford’s Goldington Ward said his experience as a local MP’s senior caseworker will ensure that if elected he’ll be able to stand up for residents from...

Cathrine Ward selected as Labour Party candidate in Goldington ward

A Labour candidate for Bedford’s Goldington Ward says she has the experience to get meaningful changes made to improve the area. Cathrine Ward has been selected by the...

New Labour candidates call for a council that listens to Bedford people

Two new Labour candidates chosen to run for in next year's council elections in Bedford have said Bedfordians want a council to "listen to them and give the town the services it needs." Zara Layne...

Bedford and Kempston Labour Party announces 2023 mayoral candidate

The CEO of a children's mental health charity has been announced as the Bedford and Kempston Labour Party's mayoral candidate. Saqhib Ali's selection was confirmed by...

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