Bedford Borough Council

Bedford’s Medieval Map Mosaic damaged

The mosaic near the Bedford Castle Mound has been damaged leaving a gaping hole and broken tiles strewn across the area. Residents informed the Bedford Independent of the damage...

Mayor’s Bedford Borough budget and council tax proposal to be debated

Mayor Dave Hodgson has set out his budget proposals for Bedford Borough Council ready for debate at a full council meeting on 6 February, but already some say he...

Police and Council tackle begging and anti-social behaviour in Bedford

Bedfordshire Police and Bedford Borough Council carried out a joint operation last week to tackle begging and anti-social behaviour, and offer homeless people in town the support...

New Borough Council shuttle service to counter ‘unacceptable’ Stagecoach timetable change

A bus timetable change by Stagecoach has been branded as ‘unacceptable’ by Mayor Dave Hodgson who has said the changes to the 71 and 72 bus routes will "have a harmful effect...

Be prepared for bin collection changes in Bedford Borough over Christmas

Bedford Borough Council are reminding everyone to make sure the check bin collection times over the Christmas and New Year. With bin collections not be happening on Christmas Day...

Tackling homelessness and rough sleeping is a clear priority for the Council

December: Last week was Homelessness Awareness Week in Bedford, and there was an impressive range of events and activities taking place in and around the town. I want to...

Concerns as Cardington’s ‘Shed 1’ is purchased by developers

Concerns have been raised about the future of Cardington Sheds after one of them has been purchased by a building developer. The sheds (or hangars to some) are protected as...

Next step for Stewartby Brickworks Demolition approved

The next phase of the demolition of one of Bedford's most famous landmarks has been approved and will see the chimneys of Stewartby Brickworks replaced by a...

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