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Lack of funding means Bedford healthcare not “keeping up with population growth”

A lack of funding means the NHS is “just shuffling rooms” instead of providing the space needed to improve primary care access, Bedford’s mayor has said. Earlier this year, Bedfordshire, Luton...

Grant launched to help those struggling with cost of living

A grant-funding scheme launched in Bedford Borough will support 13 voluntary organisations and community groups to help people struggling with the cost of living. Bedford Borough Council has...

Health services across Bedford to “stagnate” as support for GP expansion withdrawn

A stagnation of health facilities in the borough will not be helped by a proposal to remove support for GP surgery expansion, a meeting heard. During Bedford Borough Council’s Full Meeting...

Less than 20,000 adults still smoking in Bedford

Fewer than one in 10 adults are now smoking in Bedford Borough according to the latest figures collated as part of the Annual Population Survey. In Bedford Borough figures estimate 9.9%...

Severe cold weather warning: “Look after vulnerable family members and neighbours”

Bedford residents are urged to look out for vulnerable family members and neighbours as the region is expected to experience severe cold weather this week. The 'level three'...

Bedford Borough Council predicting £7million overspend due to demand and rising costs of services

An increase in demand for borough council services and rising costs has led to a predicted £7 million overspend in the current financial year, a meeting heard. The portfolio holder for finance, councillor...

Cost of living grant fund launched for voluntary organisations and community groups

Bedford Borough Council has launched a new £170,000 grant funding scheme to support voluntary organisations and community groups that help those struggling with the...

New Labour candidates call for a council that listens to Bedford people

Two new Labour candidates chosen to run for in next year's council elections in Bedford have said Bedfordians want a council to "listen to them and give the town the services it needs." Zara Layne...

Two Labour councillors announce they will stand down at 2023 election

Two Labour councillors, with a combined tally of 61 years of service, have announced they will stand down at the next local election. Harpur Ward Councillor Louise Jackson...

East West Rail communication branded ‘abysmal’ and ‘disgraceful’ by Bedford councillors

The way East West Rail Company has communicated and delayed decisions is “abysmal” and “disgraceful” according to Bedford Borough councillors. At last week's Executive Meeting...

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