Environment tagged articles - Bedford Independent

First school run car ban on the cards in Bedford

A leading councillor is “optimistic” that the first school run traffic ban will be introduced “in the near future” at a site in Bedford borough. Responding to a question from a Green party councillor, the portfolio holder for environment...

eCargo bikes join Bedford Borough’s delivery fleet

The addition of six eCargo bikes to the Council's vehicle fleet has been welcomed by councillors and businesses keen to see greener and more sustainable transport solutions in the Borough...

Plant it in the garden or recycle it: Giving your Christmas tree a green goodbye

With Christmas celebrations all but over, it's now time to decide how you're going to say "goodbye" to your Christmas tree. Will you plant it in your garden or recycling it? In 2020, over 14 tonnes...

Christmas flood warnings issued across Bedford Borough as River Great Ouse levels rise

Various parts of Bedford Borough have been issued flood warnings as the River Great Ouse rises. It has already burst its banks in North Bedfordshire villages and threatens to do so in other...

Bedford company scoops sustainability win at regional manufacturing awards

A Bedford-based manufacturer which installed its own solar farm, will go on to compete in the national finals after winning at a regional manufacturing...

Uproar at ‘environmental’ plan to kick taxis out of Bedford bus lanes

A plan to kick some taxis and private hire cars out of three of Bedford’s bus lanes has been slammed by drivers and councillors alike. Bedford Borough Council is consulting...

Letters: Don’t go to this barber

What on Earth was in the mind of those who ‘trimmed’ the beautiful willows along the Embankment? Having planted the summer bedding plants, which are promising a beautiful...