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Bedford Borough prepares for Flood Action Week 13–17 October 2025
By Amy |

Bedford Borough prepares for Flood Action Week 13–17 October 2025

As autumn leaves fall and winter draws near, Bedford Borough Council, alongside the Environment Agency, will be taking part in Flood Action Week – a national campaign running from 13th to 17th October designed to raise awareness and help communities prepare, protect, and feel confident in the face of flood risks.

Kerbside glass collections expanded across Bedford Borough from Monday 1st December 2025
By Amy |

Kerbside glass collections expanded across Bedford Borough from Monday 1st December 2025

Bedford Borough Council is set to expand its kerbside glass recycling collections to include all residential and commercial properties across the Borough, starting from Monday 1st December 2025.

Baby Remembrance Service to be held at Norse Road Crematorium
By Amy |

Baby Remembrance Service to be held at Norse Road Crematorium

Bedford Borough Council, in partnership with Clarabut and Plumbe, invites residents to a Baby Remembrance Service on Wednesday 15th October 2025 at 10.45am, held at the Norse Road Crematorium Chapel, Bedford.

Survivors of domestic abuse invited to join new group to help shape services in Bedford Borough
By Amy |

Survivors of domestic abuse invited to join new group to help shape services in Bedford Borough

Bedford Borough Council is inviting people aged 16+ who have experienced domestic abuse to partner with them, contributing their lived experience to help develop support and responses to domestic abuse in Bedford Borough.

Queens Bridge remains closed as Bedford Borough Council considers options
By Amy |

Queens Bridge remains closed as Bedford Borough Council considers options

Bedford Borough Council announced the emergency closure of Queens Bridge, a vital foot and cycle crossing over the River Great Ouse between Queens Park and Kempston, on Thursday, 21st August 2025.

Essential refurbishment work at Bedford Lock to begin in October
By Amy |

Essential refurbishment work at Bedford Lock to begin in October

Bedford Borough Council wishes to inform local residents and visitors that crucial refurbishment works at Bedford Lock, near the Mill Meadows bandstand, will commence at the end of October 2025, with an expected completion by Easter 2026, weather permitting.