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A comedian and activist has urged Bedfordians to tell their council what they want them to do – but also look at the actions they could take to make their area a better place. Mark Thomas...

Permits may be needed to dump mattresses, carpets and certain DIY materials at tidy tips in Central Bedfordshire because of rising disposal costs.

A Bedford borough councillor said she "can’t imagine" what it would be like to have cancer treatment delayed. Monday’s Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee (November 4) was told...

Bedford is set to get a £90,000 cash injection to help tackle rough sleeping this winter.

The consultation, running from 7 November to 18 December 2024, invites local people and businesses to review the proposed changes and provide comments. Notable updates include streamlined application requirements, additional safety checks, and new guidelines for street trader operation times and locations.

These changes are designed to support compliance with current health, safety, and food hygiene regulations, ensuring that street trading in Central Bedfordshire is safe, sustainable, and community friendly.

Read more and have your say – your voice matters.

An online session is taking place on 21 November from 6pm to 7pm where we will answer any questions. To participate, register by 20 November by contacting [email protected]. Printed copies of the consultation document are available at local libraries or by request at [email protected].

Councillor Tracey Wye, our Executive Member responsible for licensing, said:

This updated Street Trading Policy reflects our commitment to supporting local businesses while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our communities.

By modernising the policy, we want to provide clearer guidance for traders, reinforce important safety standards, and introduce environmentally responsible practices that benefit everyone. We encourage all residents and businesses to take part in this consultation, as their feedback is crucial to shaping a policy that best serves Central Bedfordshire.

After the consultation period ends, feedback will be evaluated for a Licensing Committee review in March 2025, with a final policy decision expected from the Full Council on 24 April 2025.

The Battle of Bedfordshire resumes under the Friday night lights at Goldington Road tomorrow (8 November) as Bedford Blues welcome local rivals, Ampthill in the latest round of the Premiership Cup...

Bedfordshire Police are investigating after some vehicles have been vandalised in what appears to be a targeted attack aimed at someone living on Godlington Avenue, Bedford. Firefighter Karl Packham...

Bedfordshire Police are investigating after some vehicles have been vandalised in what appears to be a targeted attack aimed at someone living on Godlington Avenue, Bedford. Firefighter Karl Packham...

Bedfordshire Police are investigating after some vehicles have been vandalised in what appears to be a targeted attack aimed at someone living on Godlington Avenue, Bedford. Firefighter Karl Packham...

Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford...

Two people were nicked in Bedford town centre yesterday (November 6) – one for theft and the other for possession of drugs.

A new and exclusive documentary airing tonight explores the real impact of crime on lives and communities, and why so many incidents are going unreported, unsolved and unpunished.