During this first week of shops, pubs, restaurants and hairdressers reopening, Bedford Borough Council has been working to support local businesses and keep our communities safe.
On Saturday at 3pm the Duke of Edinburgh will be laid to rest. The Funeral Service at St George's Chapel in Windsor will begin with a National Minute's Silence. The service will be preceded by a ceremonial procession inside the grounds of Windsor Castle.
For more than 50 years Royal Mail's Special Stamp programme has commemorated British history and achievement. Stamps have also been issued to honour the achievements of many British people. Often, the people who appear on stamps are already famous. They include scientists and explorers, writers, artists, musicians, athletes, and Prime Ministers.
In a new video published today, Liberal Democrat candidate for Police and Crime Commissioner Jas Parmar talks about his extensive experience and commitment to serving local communities here in Bedfordshire.
Bedford Borough Council is urging people to be sensible and dispose of their rubbish properly when visiting parks and open spaces within the borough. If bins are full, visitors should find another bin or take their rubbish home with them.
The East West Rail Company has now opened their Virtual Consultation Rooms. You can access at https://eastwestrail.co.uk/consultation/virtual. The rooms will remain open for the duration of the consultation.