Refugee Week (20-26 June) is a nationwide initiative that celebrates the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees, migrants and people seeking sanctuary to the UK and encourages better understanding between communities.
Last week, Mayor Dave Hodgson visited St James's Church, Biddenham to meet with some of Ukrainian guests that are now in Bedford Borough to hear first hand their experiences. I also visited PBIC who are coordinating support for guests and hosts to again hear about any issues.
Following the spring flowering display on the Embankment, the Council hosted a free giveaway of tulip bulbs for local community groups.
Mayor Dave Hodgson has recorded a video about the Local Plan 2040 consultation, you can see it here.
Last week's Environment and Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Committee recognised the fantastic work by Bedford Borough Council in developing the rural cycle network. The committee received a report outlining the cycling infrastructure already in place across the Borough, the £100,000 signage investment and future plans for infrastructure and investment.
Stagecoach East have announced they will be launching a new 'Try a Bus' initiative to encourage Year 6 students in the Cygnet area of Bedford Borough to use the bus as part of their journey to school.