Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We all need to do everything we can to help stop the spread of the virus and protect our family, friends and community.

Coronavirus restrictions remain in place. Read more about the changes and current restrictions from 12 April on GOV.UK.

If you have been told to self-isolate it important that you do so to protect yourself and others and support is available.

If you have COVID-19 symptoms you must stay at home and only leave to get tested. If you cannot work from home we recommend you get tested twice weekly at our 'no symptoms' rapid testing site.

The vaccination programme for Bedford Borough is the responsibility of NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Clinical Commissioning Group.

See the latest weekly COVID-19 statistics for Bedford Borough (PDF).

Our wellbeing pages have lots of guidance and tips on keeping active, eating well and looking after our mental health.

Remember Hands, Face, Space

Hands: Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds, and use hand sanitiser to keep them clean on the go.

Face: Wear a face covering in busy places especially in shops and supermarkets, on public transport and in Council buildings. See our guidance on how to wear a face covering.

There are many types of suitable face coverings, including scarves or you could you make one yourself, we also encourage you to use a reusable face covering.

Space: Keep two metres apart from people you don’t live with or aren’t in your support bubble.

If you have any of the following symptoms: a new persistent cough, high temperature or a change or loss of taste or smell you should immediately self-isolate and arrange a test online or by calling 119.

Test and Trace

You can find out about Test and Trace Support Payments here.

The Government's COVID-19 app is a vital part of the NHS Test and Trace service. Find out more and download it here.

Report concerns about a business

You can report concerns about a business not following COVID-19 regulations here.

Keep up to date

COVID-19 Health Champions are working together with the Council to continue to keep Bedford Borough safe during the pandemic. Sign up to be a COVID-19 Health Champion here.

You can also view key reports: