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Bedford Borough Council stops short of deleting X account despite child abuse and deepfake concerns
Bedford Borough Council says it will keep X for emergency use despite reports linking the platform to AI-generated sexualised images of children and growing international investigations...
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Could dog licensing return? Bedfordians invited to have their say
Dog owners and non-owners in Bedford are being encouraged to take part in research exploring dog licensing and safer communities. The study, led by the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, and the...
Labour says abstaining on Bedford council budget was a “responsible choice”
Bedford Borough Labour Group has defended its decision to abstain after the council’s budget was voted down, saying the plans failed to secure long-term financial stability...
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Fraud alet over criminals impersonating police officers in north Bedfordshire
Police have issued a warning following incidents in north Bedfordshire of members of the public receiving phone calls from people impersonating police officers.
Two stolen vehicles recovered from a Traveller site near Bedford
A stolen Land Rover Discovery 5 and stolen van have been recovered from a Traveller site just outside Bedford, say Bedfordshire Police.
Why a new 'challenger bank' is rewarding established customers for everyday banking
Allica Bank is targeting established small businesses with a banking account that combines everyday spending with cashback and savings benefits
Bedfordshire fire service staff celebrated for going ‘above and beyond’ at awards ceremony
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) celebrated the achievements of staff at a star-studded awards ceremony.
Bedford council plans to stop using X after Grok AI concerns
Bedford Borough Council is planning to stop using X (formerly Twitter) for routine communications, keeping the platform only for emergency use, councillors have been told.
Primary school warns parents of traffic delays as gas pipes replaced in Wilstead
Parents are being warned of delays in Cotton End Road as Cadent replaces gas pipes.
Shuttleworth reaches finals of national wedding venue awards
A Bedfordshire wedding venue has reached the finals of the Wedding Industry Awards in the historic building category. Shuttleworth, home to the Regency Swiss Gardens, an aircraft...
Colmworth Golf Club nominated for national sustainability award
When it comes to sustainability in golf, Colmworth Golf Club is up there as one of the most prominent, and the Club has once again been nominated for an England Golf Award, recognising its impact...
Mental health role in Bedfordshire Police control room to be replaced with 24-hour online support
A mental health role based in Bedfordshire Police’s control room is set to be replaced with a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week online support service, the police and crime commissioner (PCC) has confirmed.
Borough Council executive forced back to drawing board after narrow vote rejects budget
Bedford Borough Council’s budget plans were defeated last night in an 18-16 vote, with 11 abstentions, forcing the administration back to the drawing board. Mayor Tom Wootton later warned...
Bedford council budget compared to 'remortgaging to go on a Caribbean cruise' blocked after heated debate
Bedford Borough Council’s budget plans were defeated last night in a vote of 18 to 16, with 11 abstaining, forcing the administration back to the drawing board.
Food waste caddy deliveries continue across Bedford Borough ahead of 30 March launch
Almost half of Bedford Borough homes now have their kitchen caddies and outdoor food bins ahead of the start of weekly food waste collections from Monday, 30 March. By the beginning of...
Bedford Town midfielder Godden secures lucrative EFL transfer – but will move to Ireland
Bedford Town have announced that star midfielder, Jago Godden has left the club after securing a Football League transfer to League Two, Walsall, who have immediately sent him out on loan...
Community fundraising paves the way for new Clophill Lakes boardwalk after arson attack
A new boardwalk is set to be commissioned at Clophill Lakes after fundraising and insurance funding follow last year’s arson attack. Environmental charity The Greensand Trust...
Bedfordshire Police share of council tax to increase by 6.6%
Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has secured specific Home Office approval to increase the police council tax precept above the standard limit for 2026/27...
UK Shared Prosperity Funding helping 60 new businesses across Central Bedfordshire
National funding of £330,000 has helped 60 new businesses across Central Bedfordshire get off the ground.
Woman charged over three attempted robberies in Bedford town centre
A Bedford woman has been charged with three counts of attempted robbery following incidents in the town centre. Police said the incidents happened at around 2.15pm on Monday...