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Letters: We need change to support young people in Bedford properly

Everyone’s Gang is at the very forefront of what is happening on the youth front in Bedford Borough. Through our referral programmes, Resist and Breakout, we meet those young people most...

Opinion: Bedford’s young people are ambitious and engaged, so why is it so difficult to get a job?

It's always been a struggle for young people to find jobs, and while this is a national issue, I wanted to see what was keeping young people living and studying in Bedford from finding employment...

Employment in Bedford up by 172 over past year

New figures show the number of employees on payroll in Bedford rose by 172 over the past year to 89,337, placing the town mid-table in the East of England.

Council staff told to return to the office three days a week as mayor cancels ‘thin agenda’ meeting

Bedford Borough Council staff will now be expected to work from the office at least three days a week, as part of a shift in workplace policy announced tonight by Mayor Tom Wootton...

Plans submitted for Bedford’s latest drive-thru coffee shop

Another drive-thru coffee shop could open in Bedford – if new plans are approved. Bedford Borough Council has received plans for a Costa Coffee on land within the existing B&M Bedford (Goldington)...

ARA open day – don’t miss out on a new career

Looking for a new career? Don’t miss your chance to join us behind the scenes at Bedford’s aerospace champion, ARA Ltd. We are recruiting talented people to join the team, delivering a unique range of...

Bedford town centre Jobs Hub secures future funding

Bedford Borough Council has confirmed that it will continue funding The Jobs Hub, securing the service's future and helping more people find a new job...

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