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Price increases proposed for Bedford Borough Council services

Bedford Borough Council is proposing to increase the majority of its fees and charges by around 10 per cent from December 1, 2025 as it tries to close a growing financial gap...

Bedford schools absence rates “among the best” despite post-Covid rise

Bedford Borough Council says pupil absence rates in the Borough are “among the best” of its statistical neighbours and remain below both regional and national averages, despite rising...

More than 1,000 cyclists registered as Harpur Square bike shelter gets seasonal spruce-up

Bedford Borough Council has announced a refresh of the Harpur Square cycle shelter, improving security and convenience for over 1,000 registered cyclists in the town centre...

Huntingdonshire boundary change plan involving Bedford Borough ‘land grab’ slammed

The leader of Central Bedfordshire Council has accused Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) of “highway robbery” with a scheme to take land from Bedford Borough and Central Bedfordshire councils...

Petition launched to save Moor Lane green space

A petition has been launched opposing plans to build new homes on the Moor Lane green space in Bedford’s Cauldwell Ward. The petition, addressed to Bedford Borough Council, objects...

Resident raises safety and consultation concerns over proposed Kempston children’s home

A “local resident” has formally objected to plans to convert a house in Kempston into a children’s care home, arguing that neighbours have not been given enough information about who will live...

Further plans submitted for development of 10 homes in Oakley

A development of ten new homes in Oakley has taken a step forward after more detailed plans have been submitted to the council. The 0.9-hectare site sits behind accessed via a track opposite...

National procurement rules followed says council amid solar panel supply chain controversy

Bedford Borough Council followed national procurement rules when sourcing solar panels for its renewable energy projects, but did not carry out any independent checks to verify...

New flats planned for Grafton Road

A Bedford Edwardian semi-detached house could become four one-bedroom flats if plans are approved – despite offering no on-site parking. The planning application for 32 Grafton Road...

Keysoe equestrian centre submits retrospective planning permission for all-weather surface

A retrospective planning application for an all-weather surface at College Farm Equestrian Centre in Keysoe has prompted mixed public comments, with several supportive responses...

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