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9 November 2026
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Plastic Free Bedford members standing by Castle Mound holding a Surfers Agaainst Sewage sign

Campaigners ask if you’d like a plastic free Bedford?

Local campaigners are seeking views from people across Bedford Borough about how they're reducing their use of single-use plastics at home, school or at work. Plastic Free Bedford...
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No more orange sacks or bin collection calendars as Council tackles single-use plastic waste

In an effort to reduce its reliance on single-use plastic, Bedford Borough Council has confirmed it will no longer provide orange sacks to households that have an orange bin. In addition, this year the Council will not be printing...
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Jet Boots Bob at Bedford River Festival in front of the town bridge Image: Bedford Borough Council

Bedford River Festival bans single use plastic

Single-use plastics are being banned from bars at next year’s Bedford River Festival as part of the council’s drive to become more environmentally friendly. And a meeting of...
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Bedford Borough Council and the Harpur Centre join Refill Bedford

Bedford Borough Council and the Harpur Shopping Centre have signed up as Refill Stations, helping Refill Bedford create a network of local places where...
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Refill Bedford campaign aims to sign up Bedford businesses and reduce plastic waste

The campaign against single-use plastic is set to reach a significant milestone with the launch of Refill Bedford, making it easier to reuse and refill...
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