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Monthly column: A brighter future needs a change at the top

We’re missing a trick in Bedford Borough. The Mayor is distracted by politics and resignations from his Cabinet instead of making sure local residents – and particularly our young people...
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University of Bedfordshire appoints Professor Deborah Johnston as Vice Chancellor

Professor Deborah Johnston MBE has been appointed Vice Chancellor of the University of Bedfordshire, succeeding Professor Rebecca Bunting. Professor Johnston joins the University from...
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King approves appointment of Professor Gurch Randhawa as Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire

The new Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire has been appointed by His Majesty The King, with Professor Gurch Randhawa DL succeeding Chris Sharwood-Smith MBE DL in the role...
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Polhill floodlit 3G pitch plans face renewed backlash from neighbours

A resident has launched a blistering attack on the University of Bedfordshire’s proposed 3G pitch at Polhill, accusing it of “arrogance” and branding its revised plans “insulting.”...
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Back row (l-r) Robin Webber Jones, Executive Director of Curriculum for The Bedford College Group; Professor Julie Brunton, Pro-Vice Chancellor for Education and Student Experience, University of Bedfordshire; Charlie Whewell, Group Head of Higher Skills and Partnerships at The Bedford College Group. Seated (l-r) Professor Rebecca Bunting, Vice Chancellor of the University of Bedfordshire; Yiannis Koursis OBE, Chief Executive Officer of The Bedford College Group. Image: University of Bedfordshire

University of Bedfordshire and Bedford College announce major skills partnership for county

The University of Bedfordshire and The Bedford College Group have signed a landmark partnership to create clearer education pathways, boost skills and support long-term economic...
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Bedford Borough Council launches fully funded innovation programme for local businesses

Bedford Borough Council and the University of Bedfordshire have launched a fully funded Innovation & Growth Business Support programme offering expert advice and workshops...
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Bedford joins £2.4m jobs scheme and signs new civic agreement with university

Bedford Borough Council has joined a £2.4m DWP programme to help residents into work and signed a new civic agreement with the University of Bedfordshire to boost education...
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A crowd of students at the UCAS discovery day at the University of Bedfordshire.

University of Bedfordshire hosts UK’s largest higher education expo

Bedford University hosted the UK's largest UCAS Discovery event in June 2025, which brought together thousands of students from the local area. The Universities and Colleges Admissions...
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Bedfordshire University and NHS trust unite to train future workforce and transform local health services

The University of Bedfordshire and Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have formed an exciting partnership aimed at driving advancements in education, healthcare, and...
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Bedfordshire students celebrate achievements across 16 graduation ceremonies

The University of Bedfordshire’s class of 2024 have celebrated their achievements alongside classmates, family and friends across 16 graduation ceremonies held this summer .Between 16 – 24 July...
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