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Standard Bearers at the Royal British Legion Armistice Day Commemoration in Bedford

Bedford Town Centre Comes to Standstill for Armistice Day Commemoration

A busy and bustling Bedford Town Centre on market day fell silent earlier today as tribute was paid to members of the armed forces who have lost their lives in service. The Royal British Legion's Armistice Day Commemmoration once again took place on 'Boots Corner' near the junction Midland Road and Harpur Suite, and hundreds of people gathered for a poignant service and an immaculately observed two minutes' silence.

11 Nov 2015
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Free Parking Saved to Boost Trade in Bedford

Despite Bedford Borough Council facing an unprecedented financial challenge, the Council has gone above and beyond to protect local businesses and boost the economy with new proposals to keep parking costs competitive.

11 Nov 2015
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Bicester Chord First Train

Mayor Dave: Bedford - Oxford Rail Link and its Economic Benefits Must Not be Delayed

Mayor Dave Hodgson has spoken out about the damage which would be done if the Oxford to Bedford section of East West Rail were delayed, as is being considered by Network Rail. In the summer, the government asked the Chairman of Network Rail, Sir Peter Hendy, to review all rail enhancements to be delivered by 2019, and it is understood that a recommendation to delay completion of the Oxford to Bedford link by three years to 2022, and other elements of the western section of the line to as late as 2026.

10 Nov 2015
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The 2014 Remembrance Service at the War Memorial on the Embankment, Bedford

Remembrance in Bedford

On Sunday, Remembrance Services taking place include the wreath laying and Remembrance Service in Bedford at the War Memorial on the Embankment, and in Kempston at the War Memorial following the Kempston Remembrance Day Service and Parade.

6 Nov 2015
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Cllr David Sawyer and Cllr Henry Vann with bollards at Chiltern Avenue and Putnoe Lane

Safer Junctions In De Parys

Cllr David Sawyer and Cllr Henry Vann, your two local councillors for De Parys, have been campaigning for safer junctions in the ward. The first new bollards have been installed at the junction between Chiltern Avenue and Putnoe Lane, where a number of crashes have taken place.

6 Nov 2015
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