Protecting and extending our library service
As Libraries Week comes to an end, below is Mayor Dave's most recent column for the Bedford Bulletin and Kempston Calling:
10 Oct 2021
News
Weekly Coronavirus figures for Bedford Borough published
The latest weekly Coronavirus snapshot for Bedford Borough has been published.
10 Oct 2021
World Mental Health Day
The last 18 months have been difficult for everyone, with lockdowns and the continued uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic bringing new worries and challenges into people's lives.
10 Oct 2021
Mayor Dave Hodgson leads march towards zero carbon council
This week's Climate Change Committee welcomed the Annual Greenhouse Gas Report that showed the council had reduced its carbon emissions by a further 15%.
9 Oct 2021
Council promotes support available for residents facing financial difficulties
With the impact of Coronavirus, recent gas price increases, and the Government's removal of the £20 uplift to Universal Credit, Bedford Borough Council is encouraging local residents to check what support they are eligible for.
9 Oct 2021
BLMK mental health referrals almost double national average
Ahead of next week's Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Liberal Democrat Spokesperson on Health Councillor Dean Crofts expresses his concern on the demands on mental health services and the impact on those needing treatment. Councillor Dean Crofts said: "The data shows that mental health services in the BLMK (Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes) area are incredibly stretched. It is very concerning that referrals for our region in the last 5 months are 100% greater than the national average. COVID-19 has had an undeniable impact on the wellbeing of us all, and has contributed to the increased demand for a service that was already struggling."
7 Oct 2021