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Acoustic experts warn of complex transport noise challenges from planned Universal resort

The planned £5 billion Universal Studios resort in Bedford will bring environmental noise challenges to the area. Experts warn future transport and housing plans require careful acoustic design...

Councillor calls in refused Podington padel court plans for decision

Padel tennis players in north Bedfordshire are keeping a close eye on Bedford Borough Council next week as a decision looms over a revised planning application for two indoor courts in Podington...

Cranfield 150-home plan rejected as councillor warns of pressure on ‘failing’ pumping station

Plans for a housing project on a 20-acre site within the Forest of Marston Vale north of Cranfield have been refused, despite being recommended for approval by planning officers...

Breaking news: New Bedford town centre gaming centre approved despite objections over crime and vulnerability

Bedford councillors have approved a new adult gaming centre in Silver Street despite concerns over gambling harm, crime, deprivation and the impact on vulnerable residents...

Bedford councillors to decide on town centre gambling venue plans

Bedford Borough councillors will decide next week whether to approve plans for a new adult gaming centre in Silver Street which could operate 24 hours a day. A licensing sub-committee will meet...

Councillors approve coffee drive-thru despite Fairhill traffic concerns

Plans for a new drive-thru coffee shop near Bedford’s Fairhill roundabout were approved despite concerns about congestion at the busy junction. Councillors on Bedford...

Bedford Borough’s Local Plan still valid despite housing supply shortfall, councillors told

Bedford Borough Council’s inability to demonstrate a five-year housing land supply does not mean its Local Plan is “obsolete” – but it can weaken some housing policies used...

Planning officers say no evidence yet for enforcement action on Wilstead site

Residents challenged planning officers at a packed Wilstead Parish Council meeting after works on land near the A6 sparked concerns about possible unauthorised development...

Waste firm seeks retrospective permission for changes at Stewartby rail site

A waste management operator running a rail-linked site in Stewartby has applied for retrospective planning permission after building and operating in a way that differs from the original approval...

Third bid submitted for flats behind Bedford High Street shops

Plans to build four flats behind Bedford High Street shops have been submitted for a third time after two earlier planning permissions expired without work starting. The latest application...

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