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Mayor Tom Wootton outside the former Debenhams building. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Debenhams row continues, but Bedford Borough mayor makes public guarantee over sale price

A political debate over the regeneration of Mayes Yard has escalated following concerns raised over agreement terms and annual running costs for Bedford's former Debenhams...
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Grant Palmer and Stagecoach bus at Bedford Bus Station. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Bedford councillors unite in unanimous vote to tackle ‘savage’ bus cuts as 2,000 residents sign petitions

More than 2,000 residents have signed petitions reacting to “devastating cuts” to bus services across Bedford Borough, prompting a plea for cross-party unity at a full council meeting...
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Former Clintons Cards shop could become casino. Image: Google Stretview 19 Silver Street, Bedford in June 2018 (C)2026 Google

Councillors approve Bedford gaming centre after finding concerns were ‘real and credible’

A Bedford Borough Council licensing panel approved a new 24-hour gaming centre in Silver Street despite describing concerns about crime, disorder and vulnerable people as “real and credible”...
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East West Rail (EWR) jacket

Mayor responds after councillors question East West Rail interest

Mayor Tom Wootton has explained his declared East West Rail pecuniary interest after councillors questioned his involvement in the project during a Bedford Borough Council debate...
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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Bedford Borough Council breaks silence on bus service changes

Bedford Borough Council has responded to planned bus cuts, saying the changes are “deeply disappointing” as concerns grow across the borough. The response follows growing criticism of the changes...
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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Bedford Borough Council breaks silence on bus service changes

Bedford Borough Council has responded to planned bus cuts, saying the changes are “deeply disappointing” as concerns grow across the borough. The response follows growing criticism of the changes...
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Stagecoach local bus service. Image: Stagecoach

Bus cuts to hit Putnoe and Goldington as Stagecoach reshapes Bedford network

Parts of Putnoe, Goldington and north Bedford face bus cuts under Stagecoach changes, while other routes will be extended or improved from 31 May. Changes to Bedford’s...
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PD Express Food and Wine, Bedford. Image: Screenshot Google Streetview (C)2026 Google Image Capture July 2024 via LDRS

Convenience store argues stronger alcohol sales would make them “more inclusive”

A Bedford convenience store seeking permission to sell stronger alcohol told councillors the move would make the business “more inclusive”. PD Express Food and Wine, at 28 Commercial Road...
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A calculator and cash in coins and notes.

“Critical month” ahead for Bedford Borough warns mayor

Bedford’s mayor has warned that there is a “critical month” ahead as councillors question whether the authority may need Exceptional Financial Support. Bedford Borough Council may be...
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A close up of a United Kingdom local authorities Council Tax bill with bank notes, Pound coin and bank cards.

Emotional debate sees councillors reject plans to overhaul Council Tax Reduction Scheme

Bedford borough councillors rejected plans to overhaul the Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) after a heated and, at times, emotional debate. The Conservative administration’s proposed...
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