News

The Mayor of Bedford Borough continues to have grave doubts about the transparency of East West Rail (EWR), following the latest information published by the organisation.

Bedford Borough Council is delighted to announce the opening of this year’s Christmas wreath on the much-loved “Reflections of Bedford” statue, also known as the Silver Faces, located on Silver Street, Bedford.

The University of Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough Council have signed a new Civic Agreement, confirming a shared commitment to work together to support education, culture, economic development and health outcomes across the borough.

Bedford Borough Council would like to thank everyone who took part in the first phase of the 2026-2027 budget consultation.

As the festive season approaches, Bedford Borough Council is reminding residents not to be caught out by bin collection changes this Christmas. 

Alderman Derek Jones, former councillor and Mayor of Bedford, has died.

Derek Jones was a Labour Bedford Borough Councillor for Queens Park, and then Kingsbrook, from 1983 to 2006. 

He was also the ceremonial Mayor of Bedford in both 1993 and 1994.

The Bedford Borough Council Events team is now inviting applications from traders, caterers, and charities interested in participating in the next Bedford River Festival, set to take place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July 2026.

Bedford Borough Council is pleased to announce the launch of a new town centre anti-social behaviour initiative, which is grant-funded through Bedfordshire Police and the Home Office.

Bedford Borough Council recognises how important Queens Bridge is as a pedestrian and cycle route linking Queens Park and Kempston.

Bedford Borough Council has promised to engage with residents to understand how best to support them, following the latest public meeting hosted by East West Rail.