Community advocate and Councillor appointed as Speaker of Bedford Borough Council Friday, 17 May, 2024 Councillor John Wheeler has been appointed Speaker of Bedford Borough Council. John was first elected as a Councillor in 2015, bringing over 20 years of experience as a parish councillor with a deep understanding of community/village life. Where, he quickly cemented himself as a powerful advocate for residents of Wootton and now Kempston Rural – ensuring they have a voice in the Council. John has... Local News
Bedford Borough Council U-turns on ‘Northern Gateway’ works following calls for a rethink 2nd December 2021 Following many complaints and Conservative Councillor's calls for a rethink, Bedford Borough Council have made changes to their ‘Northern Gateway’ works between... Local News
Chaos for residents as roadworks continue to clog up Bedford 24th November 2021 There is new gridlock in Bedford caused by the ongoing roadworks in the Clapham Road Sainsbury’s area. Bedford Borough Council’s roadworks have reduced the road... Local News
Cllr Martin-Moran-Bryant asks for help for parents choosing schools 10th November 2021 At Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee on Monday 1 November, Cllr Martin-Moran-Bryant asked officers what help parents receive during the... Local News
Councillor asks about support for families who have suffered during Covid-19 5th November 2021 At Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee on Monday 1 November, Cllr Wheeler made enquiries regarding help for all families, particularly during... Local News
Conservatives welcome Sarah Gallagher from Liberal Democrats 1st November 2021 Bedford’s Conservative Councillors have today welcomed a new member to their ranks, Cllr Sarah Gallagher (Eastcotts ward), who has joined them after leaving the... Local News
Government Support Helps Bedford Borough Council Provide School Holiday Food Vouchers This Half Term 20th October 2021 Bedford Borough Council will again be providing vouchers to families with children eligible for income related free school meals. Funded through the Household... Local News
Put Sustainability at the Core of Local Plan 30th September 2021 The Borough Conservative Councillors have responded to the draft Local Plan 2040 consultation. In their response they raise many concerns and have made the... Local News
Bedford Borough urged to Bid for 5G Technology Boost in Town Centre 15th September 2021 The Department for Culture Media and Sport has opened up a pilot scheme allowing local councils to bid for funds to improve 5G in town centres. The Conservative... Local News
Conservative Group Response to Local Plan 2040: the Draft Plan Consultation 14th September 2021 Initial Comment: This is a Group response and should not be taken as the complete response of any individual councillor, each of whom may have particular... Local News
CPC23 Address from Penny Mordaunt 4th October 2023 Find out what Penny Mordaunt, Leader of the House of Commons, said to CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Suella Braverman 3rd October 2023 Find out what Home Secretary Suella Braverman said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Alex Chalk 3rd October 2023 Find out what Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary Alex Chalk said to CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Michael Gove 3rd October 2023 Find out what Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Michelle Donelan 3rd October 2023 Find out what Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan said at CPC23 here. National News
CPC23 Address from Steve Barclay 3rd October 2023 Find out what Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay said at CPC23 here. National News