This week is Mental Health Week 2020, and the theme this year is 'Take Action on Covid-19'. With figures showing that men are more likely to die from Covid-19, it is critical that men get the message loud and clear about how to help keep themselves safe through this difficult period.
Figures released this week show that claims for universal credit in Bedford Borough rose eight-fold between March and April as the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic took hold. With the number of claimants rising from 525 in March to 4,430 in April, Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats have raised concerns that flaws in the universal credit system risk unnecessary evictions and a lack of timely support for local residents.
On Wednesday 24 June, Borough Councillors are due to discuss the Bedford Town Centre Plan at the Council's Executive.
With the deadline to apply for a discretionary business support grant in Bedford Borough approaching tomorrow, firms are encouraged to look at the guidelines and to apply if eligible.
Bedford Borough Council Executive will next week discuss the financial impact of coronavirus in a report which sets out an expected financial gap of £32.6millon over the next two years.
With many households' circumstances changing during this difficult time, Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats are encouraging people to check if their children are eligible to receive income-related free school meals and the current at-home alternative.
