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Funded chewing gum project has started in Bedford town centre
By Amy |

Funded chewing gum project has started in Bedford town centre

Bedford Borough Council is pleased to provide an update on the ongoing chewing gum cleaning project funded by the Chewing Gum Task Force. Targeted clean-up efforts are underway in Bedford town centre.

Update your details for future elections – Annual Canvass 2025
By Amy |

Update your details for future elections – Annual Canvass 2025

Bedford Borough Council is reminding all residents to respond to the Annual Canvass and to check if they need to reapply for a postal vote to ensure they are ready to vote in future elections. Emails and letters are currently being sent to households throughout the borough to update the electoral register and maintain accurate voter information.

Plans to expand kerbside glass collections in Bedford Borough
By Amy |

Plans to expand kerbside glass collections in Bedford Borough

Bedford Borough Council is preparing to roll out expanded kerbside glass
recycling collections to all residential and commercial properties across the
Borough this autumn, following a successful trial in selected areas.

Library spotlight: Digital books
By Amy |

Library spotlight: Digital books

Can’t decide which of the 10 books you’ve been saving to take on holiday? Save space in your suitcase by downloading your favourite authors onto a device instead, absolutely free!

Universal Studios Bedford Railway Station Update
By Ben |

Universal Studios Bedford Railway Station Update

Plans to build a new railway station at Wixams have officially been paused following the proposed development of a Universal Studios theme park nearby.

Exciting line-up of community fun at Kempston Family Day this Saturday
By Amy |

Exciting line-up of community fun at Kempston Family Day this Saturday

The Bedford Borough Council Events team is thrilled to announce details of the new Kempston Family Day, a vibrant celebration of community spirit and family fun, taking place on Saturday 2nd August 2025, 11am-6pm at Addison Howard Park, Kempston.