News

On Thursday, 15 May, Councillor Kevin Collins was appointed as Chair of Central Bedfordshire Council and Councillor Vicky Malone has been appointed as Vice Chair.

Over the past 12 months we’ve been engaging with residents, town and parish councils, councillors and other key stakeholders to help shape the vision and objectives for the Local Plan.

Silsoe Horticulture Centre welcomed guests from Willow Branch and Bee Hive Day Centres to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a meaningful day of joy and memories.

We are pleased to announce Centrebus Ltd has been awarded the contract to operate Leighton’s town bus service from 1 June 2025, following a competitive tendering process.

Maythorn children’s home in Biggleswade has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following a recent inspection, carried out over two days.

Work has officially begun on a brand-new teaching block and multi-use games area (MUGA) at Dunton Junior CofE School.

Students with autism and related needs have told how a dedicated, inclusive space for them at Stratton School in Biggleswade has been helping them and their achievements in education.

Our focused operation has placed 5 drivers under investigation for the misuse of Blue Badge permits, with potential legal action pending.

A recent neighbourhood clean-up on the Meadow Way estate in Leighton Buzzard has helped tackle overgrown greenery and footpath moss, thanks to our Neighbourhood Operations team and volunteers.

Marigold House, a newly-constructed care home built to exemplary Passivhaus standards, opened its doors on Friday 25 April to welcome friends and family, community leaders, and residents.