Bedford Borough Council3 days agoTown given £7m for GP surgery after 17-year waitIt is hoped the new surgery will open by 2029 - and a new-look town centre is also planned.3 days ago25 Mar 2026Decision on drive-throughs near Universal delayedThe Environment Agency says the site is on a floodplain and is not "essential infrastructure".25 Mar 202626 Feb 2026What led to a council needing a government bailout of up to £80m?We look at what the money will be used for and the impact it could have on taxpayers.26 Feb 202624 Feb 2026Bailout by government a 'dark day' for BedfordLocal politicians react to the decision to give £80m in emergency funding to a struggling council.24 Feb 202623 Feb 2026£80m financial support from government for councilThe extra money for Bedford Borough Council will be split between this financial year and 2026/27.23 Feb 202619 Feb 2026Mayor sees budget voted through on second attemptResidents will see a 4.99% increase in council tax after the mayor's budget was finally approved.19 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Cash-strapped council will pay bill for inspectionThe three-month inspection is estimated to cost £3,400 per day.16 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Under-threat clothing banks 'could be replaced'The Salvation Army says cheap, new clothing in stores is hitting the second-hand market.16 Feb 202612 Feb 2026Government inspectors to swoop on troubled councilThe mayor has called for the chief executive's resignation following news of the inspection.12 Feb 2026...
