Full Council agreed to submit Bedford Borough's Local Plan 2040 earlier this year and it sets out a number of new planning policies that will minimise carbon emissions from new developments. The policies include contributing to more walkable and cycle-able neighbourhoods, incorporating renewable and low carbon energy infrastructure, and retrofitting existing buildings with measures to reduce energy consumption.
In March 2023, Bedford Borough Council held a celebration event at Borough Hall to recognise the achievements of learners who have been through the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) advice service.
Since Mayor Dave Hodgson was elected in 2009, he has helped to attract hundreds of companies to the Borough, as well as helping local business to thrive. It is estimated that this has helped to create and protect over 8,000 new jobs for Bedford Borough residents. Through proactive discussions and the Council's strong business support offer, companies such as the Money and Pension Services, B&M Distribution and Vison Modular Systems have all relocated to Bedford Borough.
Bedford Borough Council's Sports Development Unit is launching new eight-week sports courses for adults over 35 years old. Courses can be booked from 30 March and will begin from the week of 15 May 2023, bookings are on a first come first served basis.
Bedford Borough Council often sees an increase in fly-tipping during spring. Much of this is from rogue waste carriers illegally dumping waste they've collected. These people avoid paying disposal fees so they can maximise their profits and unfairly undercut local legitimate businesses.
Thank you to Islam Bedford and Eid In Bedford for organising tonight's Street Iftar
