Mayor Dave Hodgson has described today's rail fare rises as 'another kick in the teeth' for Bedford rail users. Rail fares have risen by a further 2.7% - a rise that Mayor Dave has called 'totally unjustifiable'.
A series of new introductory videos are being released by Bedfordshire Archives as their Community Archives are relaunched as Community Histories.
If you are healthy and looking at ways you can help Bedford Borough Council to support people who are self-isolating, the Council would like to hear from you.
Earlier this year, Bedford Borough Council adopted its Local Plan 2030. This set out where and how growth will take place across Bedford Borough over the next decade to provide housing, schools, jobs, and infrastructure.
Earlier this month saw the 100th free bike donation to NHS key workers from Sustrans, through Bedford Borough Council.
Mayor Dave's latest montly column for the Bedford Times and Citizen newspaper has a festive theme, including the events taking place around the Borough in the run-up to Christmas, Dave's visit to thank the postal workers for their efforts at this time of year and a few words on support for good causes at a time at which we think of those in need. Here's the full text of the piece:
