With figures showing that Bedford Borough has the highest rate of Coronavirus infection in the East of England, Bedford Borough Council is urging local people to continue to stay at home as much as possible to slow the spread of the virus and save lives.
At this week's Health and Wellbeing Board, I reported that I have raised the issue of Bedford Borough's number of positive Coronavirus cases with Public Health England.
Bedford Borough Council is holding a consultation on planning guidance setting out how 'houses in multiple occupation' (HMOs) or 'shared houses' can develop in Bedford Borough.
Mayor Dave Hodgson has urged people to 'stay home and stay safe' in a new video message today.
From Monday 15 June, shops in town centres across the country will be opening up for business as Government guidelines start to further ease lockdown restrictions.
From Thursday 18 June, Oakley Road Bridge will be closed 24/7 and the A6 southbound between the Clapham High Street junction and Bedford will be closed overnight for up to seven weeks to carry out vital bridge repairs.