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28 August 2026
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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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A person wearing a hi-vis vest is pictured carrying a rubbish bag and litter picker

Join Bedford’s town centre community litter pick

As part of continued efforts to improve the town centre, Bedford Borough Council is hosting a community litter pick on Sunday, 10 August from 10am to midday. Residents of all ages are invited...
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Police on the beat on Bedford High Street. Image: Bedfordshire Police/Facebook

Businessman to pilot private security for Bedford town centre, PCC calls it a ‘political stunt’

Local businessman Peter McCormack has announced he will personally fund private security patrols in Bedford town centre every Saturday in August, saying residents and businesses have...
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(l-r) Rob, Jodie and Lauren. Image: Little Marketing Company

Co-working Club opens its doors to combat loneliness and boost town centre business

A new co-working club is launching next Tuesday (10 June) in Bedford in a bid to help home workers feel less isolated and to bring business to the town centre. Founded by entspired's...
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Armed Forces Day parade on Bedford High Street. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Parade and festivities planned this month for Armed Forces Day

Bikers will lead a parade down Bedford High Street on Sunday, 29 June, to begin the annual celebrations of Armed Forces Day in the town centre. 150 people will be taking part in...
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Bedford's elected mayor, Tom Wotton, pictured by Riverside Square

Monthly column: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly

As your Mayor, I believe in keeping things honest, transparent, and grounded in reality. This update is about keeping you in the loop, celebrating progress and being upfront about the financial mismanagement we have uncovered...
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Mayor Tom Wootton celebrates with staff as he cuts the ribbon on Bedford's new Deichmann store in Bedford Town Centre. Image: Deichmann

Deichmann’s new Bedford store opens ahead of weekend launch celebrations

The mayor of Bedford Borough, Tom Wootton (Conservative), officially opened Deichmann’s brand-new Bedford store this week, marking a major retail investment in the town centre...
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Guest writer: What do we truly want from our high streets?

Rosanna Heasman is the owner of an eco and refill shop, The Store on St Cuthbert's Street. As a fellow independent retailer announces its closure, Rosanna asks the question, 'What do we truly want from our high streets?'...
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A bustling Bedford High Street on a sunny day showing Wilko store front

New furniture shop could be coming to Bedford after sale of Wilko store

A new furniture shop could be coming to Bedford after the sale of the former Wilko store on Bedford High Street. The sale of the three-storey building overlooking the town square is being badged as a...
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It’s Bought in Bedford – the best guide to festive shopping in Bedford’s best independent businesses

With Christmas fast approaching, it's certainly not too early to start thinking about where you'll get all your Christmas presents this year, and with Bedford full of brilliant independent businesses...
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