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Local Conservatives argue council tax was not raised enough under Lib Dems, despite opposition to rises

Bedford Borough Council’s Conservative administration has cited an independent report to argue that council tax was not raised enough under the Liberal Democrats, despite having opposed tax...
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Wixams council complaints “have created an atmosphere of suspicion” as no action taken on some

A number of complaints made about Wixams councillors have been resolved with no further action, while others remain under assessment, Bedford Borough Council has confirmed...
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(c) Pcc John Tizard (l) shakes hands with Mayor of Bedford Tom Wootton as business owners, police officers and councillors help launch the Summer Policing Plan. Image: Bedford Independent

Policing for the people: Why public policing is the bedrock of a safer Bedford

In my most recent column, I wrote about the importance of rejuvenating our town centres, and particularly Bedford Town Centre. I am revisiting this topic again, this month as we’ve now got...
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Admission of tenancy fraud lands Bedford woman £2,000 fine

A woman has been ordered to pay £2,000 to Bedford Borough Council after she admitted to committing tenancy fraud. The woman, who had a BPHA property in Clapham, failed to declare...
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A variety of glass bottles and jars on the top of an orange-lidded wheelie bin.

Kerbside glass collections for all in Bedford Borough by Autumn 2025

By Autumn 2025, all residential and commercial properties in Bedford Borough will have kerbside glass recycling collections, the council has confirmed. The roll-out follows a...
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The former Paddington pub on Midland Road

FOI reveals former pub lease was signed without councillor sign-off

Bedford Borough Council confirmed that a senior officer signed a lease for the former Paddington Pub on Midland Road – without the decision being approved by councillors, the executive, or the...
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Cllr Henry Vann on the North Beds Liberal Democrat 2025 Village Tour. Image: Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats

Monthly column: Bedford can’t be back of the queue

Universal runs internationally renowned theme parks, and we welcome Universal’s intention to come to Bedford Borough. While visitors will be happy to queue for rides, when it comes...
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Developer seeks tweaks for Wootton housing site

Blakeney Estates Ltd has submitted a new application to Bedford Borough Council seeking approval to amend the layout of two homes within its 20-dwelling development south...
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Councillor Ben Foley. Image: Ben Foley

Letters: “We cannot pull together while hurling abuse at each other”

Along with my Green colleagues on the council, I am massively frustrated to see the war of words between the Conservatives and LibDems about council finances again...
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The road sign on London Road in Bedford

Planning application to convert London Road family home into HMO

A planning application has been submitted to turn a detached house in Bedford into a shared home for up to four people. The proposal, submitted to Bedford Borough Council, seeks permission...
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