Bedfordshire

An applicant who had their plans to build on a patch of land in Kempston rejected for a second time has submitted an appeal to the Planning Inspectorate.

Bedfordshire Police have issued a warning and safety tips, as the clock changes give way to Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service have been called out to over 13,000 false fire alarms over the past five years, a new investigation has revealed.

Bedford MP Mohammad Yasin has promised to support residents affected by the East West project following today’s Budget announcement.

St John's School in Kempston enjoyed success at Bedford Borough Council boccia festival last week as the school aims to enhance its commitment to inclusivity by participating in the Bedfordshire School Games...

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Planning permission for this year’s Winter Wonderland at Bedford Park has been approved by councillors. But it is "key" that a planning condition to carry out a detailed assessment of the condition...

It’s "not great" that the pension fund is in the bottom five for funding levels, the chair of the Bedfordshire Local Pension Board said. But with a funding level of over 90 per cent it’s not something he is...

Bedford Town progressed in the Bedfordshire FA Senior Cup on Tuesday night (29 October), beating fellow Southern League Premier Central side, Biggleswade Town 5-4 on penalties after a goalless draw at The Eyrie...

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Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner has welcomed the new “confidence in the police” reforms announced by the Home Secretary.

A rural Bedford business has claimed that, if approved, a solar power system would make it more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient.

Council staff were waist-deep in water last week as they installed new pumps in the fountain in Bedford Park. Fountains can improve the water quality in ponds, helping to circulate the water to prevent stagnation and creating a healthier environment for fish and other pond life to thrive in. With this in mind, two new […]

Every resident who was evacuated from their home after an explosion in Bedford has now had a chance to access their property and collect their belongings.

Bedford Borough Council has confirmed that every resident who was evacuated from their home in Cleat Hill following a gas explosion has now had a chance to access their property. People from 50 households have now been given the...

Police are searching for a missing Kempston man who hasn't been seen since yesterday morning (October 28).

Bedford Borough Council has confirmed that every resident who was evacuated from their home in Cleat Hill following a gas explosion has now had a chance to access their property. People from 50 households have now been given the...

Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner has welcomed the new “confidence in the police” reforms announced by the Home Secretary. He said no one, including police officers, can ever be above the law...

Police recorded more robbery and theft offences in Bedfordshire last year, new figures show.

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Journalism is the “lifeblood of democracy” and publishers must have control over their content as AI technology develops, Sir Keir Starmer has said today.

As Bonfire Night approaches, Central Bedfordshire's Trading Standards Officers are ramping up safety checks on fireworks retailers.

The family of the 85-year-old man who died following an explosion and fire in Bedford have paid tribute to him, describing him as a "kind and loving man". Paul Swales died on Saturday, 20 October after emergency services attended reports of a..