Amid powerful pleas heard in Glasgow yesterday, world leaders, young people and campaigners all stressed the urgency of taking tangible action to keep the prospect of holding back global temperature rises to 1.5C and building resilience to climate impacts. Today countries have made unprecedented commitments to protect forests, reduce methane emissions and accelerate green technology.
Are you a graduate who wants to make a difference in your local community and excel in your career? The National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP) has opened its recruitment drive for a new cohort, starting Autumn 2022, and Bedford Borough Council is looking to hire two graduates who live, work or study in Bedford Borough.
Day 1 of COP26 saw a gathering of around 120 leaders who were addressed by young climate activists, indigenous peoples and business leaders from across the globe as they focus on keeping 1.5C within reach. To make this target a possibility, the world needs to secure global net zero by 2050 and halve emissions by 2030.
Bedford Borough Council's Customer Services Centre is introducing an appointment service, for residents who may need that extra digital assistance or face-to-face support.
Recently, Grand Union Housing Group worked with Bedford Borough Council to complete 18 specialist modern apartments for adults with mental health needs.
The latest weekly Coronavirus snapshot for Bedford Borough has been published.