New NHS data reveals the shocking increase in ambulance wait times for residents in Bedfordshire. Ambulance services are now at breaking point as wait times for ambulances responding to life threatening situations increase by 20% since 2019. Wait times for the next most serious category of calls have increased by 40% over the same time.
From 17 to 31 December families are invited to visit Bedford Borough Libraries for free fun craft activities and story-times. Bedford Central, Bromham, Kempston, Putnoe, and Wootton libraries all have events and activities planned. Crafts include; creating paper party hats, New Year calendars and Christmas cards. There will also be colouring, board games, Lego clubs, and story-times.
This Christmas, Bedford Borough Council will continue to provide supermarket vouchers to thousands of families who are entitled to income related free school meals, in the Borough.
Bedford Borough Mayor Dave Hodgson has announced the winner of the Christmas card competition.
Age UK Bedfordshire is set to receive £20,000 from Bedford Borough Council to support their Get Set for Winter Campaign as detailed in the report for residents aged 50 and over who are struggling with the cost of living, energy bills and keeping warm.
Bedford Players Trust, on behalf of Bedford Borough Council, are inviting all cultural and community groups to apply for funding through the High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) Cultural Programme, run in partnership by Bedford Borough Council and Historic England.
