Changing things for the better Friday, 5 April, 2024 If you believe that outcomes are independent of your actions, you’ll stop trying to overcome challenges – nothing you do matters and it’s always someone else’s fault. In a nutshell, that has been modus operandi for Bedford Borough Council in the last decade and that’s what we inherited when we took office in May last year. A Council that had been neutered, unwilling to tackle challenges head-on... Local News
Progress in Wootton Road Safety Campaign 6th April 2016 Wootton Ward Cllr John Wheeler is pushing for action to provide safe routes for parents and pupils walking to and from Wootton Lower School. Local News
‘Compelling’ Case Needed to Return Justice to Bedford 25th March 2016 The extent of the harm caused by the closure of Bedford Magistrates’ Court must be uncovered if there is to be any chance of reversing the decision, according... Local News
Turvey Traffic Fears 24th March 2016 Cllr Mark Smith has hit out at Milton Keynes Council over plans which could see Turvey take the brunt of increased lorry traffic accessing a proposed gravel... Local News
Labour Saxon Centre Petition is 'Cynical Political Stunt' 24th March 2016 The Labour Party in Kempston has been accused of orchestrating a ‘cynical political stunt’ by submitting a petition to its Labour colleagues on Bedford Borough... Local News
Case Made for Wixams GP Surgery 18th March 2016 Cllr Graeme C oombes has pressed NHS commissioners to commit to a new GP surgery serving Wixams residents. Local News
New Signs in Bromham & Biddenham to Put the Brakes on Speeding 25th February 2016 Motorists in Bromham and Biddenham will be reminded to watch their speed by two new mobile, speed activated signs. Local News
Bedfordshire NHS Body Slammed for Use of ‘Luxury' Offices 23rd February 2016 Cllrs John Mingay and Stephen Moon have hit out at the body responsible for organising NHS services in Bedfordshire for splashing out on offices at the historic... Local News
The Return of the Village Bobby in Bedfordshire 19th February 2016 Cllr Alison Foster has welcomed the news that Special Constables will be allocated to specific villages in Bedfordshire. Local News
New Power to Tackle Reckless Cyclists in Bedford Town Centre 17th February 2016 A new power to clamp down on cycling in Bedford town centre’s pedestrianised zone has been welcomed by Conservative Cllr Roger Rigby. Local News
Celebrating International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 Find out what we're doing to support our fabulous women on International Women's Day here. National News
We’re tackling unfairness in Child Benefit 7th March 2024 Find out how the Conservatives are supporting families here. National News
Spring Budget 2024 rundown 6th March 2024 Find out how we're growing the economy, with inflation down, wages rising and National Insurance cut from 12% to 8%… National News
Let’s stick with the plan which is working 19th February 2024 Get the latest from the Chancellor on our economic progress here. National News
We are pointing in the right direction 8th January 2024 We're making progress on the country's top priorities. Find out more here. National News
The Sir David Amess Fund 14th December 2023 Find out about our tribute to our beloved colleague and friend, Sir David Amess. National News