Cllr Ben Foley tagged articles - Bedford Independent

Admin error prevents popular Bedford bar receiving vital support grant

A bar owner in Bedford is considering taking legal action against Bedford Borough Council after a red tape admin error meant they were ineligible for a coronavirus business support grant. Luca Magliaro...

‘Priority initiatives’ highlighted in bid to secure government funding

Bedford Borough Council say they've highlighted a number of "priority initiatives" which could secure Government funding to enhance sustainable transport, event infrastructure, and...

Bedford to plant new hedgerows and wildflowers to attract bees and bugs

Bedford's bees and bugs will be able to enjoy more habitats throughout the Borough with the planting of new hedgerows and areas of natural grass...

Green Party councillors call for rapid measures for safer walking and cycling in Bedford

Bedford's Green Party councillors are calling for safer spaces for cyclists and pedestrians following Government advice that people should currently...

Fears over peak-time train ‘back-tracking’ as MP for Bedford meets rail minister

Wixams station and better connectivity prioritised in Council’s new Rail Investment Strategy

New and better connectivity and new and better stations are the priorities of Bedford Borough Council's newly launched Rail Investment Strategy, which...

Bedford councillor arrested as part of Extinction Rebellion protests in London

A local councillor was arrested in London yesterday (Sunday) as part of the Extinction Rebellion protests. Cllr Ben Foley, who is Green Party representative...

Councillors approve final Bromham Road Bridge plan despite disability concerns

Cyclists and a wheelchair-using councillor have slammed plans for the design of the replacement railway bridge on Bromham Road. The bridge is currently closed until Spring 2020 while...

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