Record high of Coronavirus cases in Bedford Borough
Bedford Borough has hit a new record high of Coronavirus cases, exceeding 1,000 per 100,000 for the first time.
Bedford Borough has hit a new record high of Coronavirus cases, exceeding 1,000 per 100,000 for the first time.
With a national lockdown announced by the Government, and everyone being urged to stay at home to control the virus, protect the NHS and save lives, Lurke Street, River Street and Allhallows multi-storey car parks are now closed until further notice.
The latest weekly coronavirus statistics for Bedford Borough have been published. The figures show that in the seven days up to January 3rd:
Before Christmas, Bedford Borough Council launched 'No To Hunger in Bedford Borough', a campaign to support access to food for those in need, so that every child in the borough will be well fed this winter.
The Government has announced details of a scheme to temporarily increase data allowances for mobile phone users on certain networks. This is so that children and young people can access remote education if their face-to-face education is disrupted.
In 2021, Bedford Borough Council will be carrying out works to refurbish St. Peter's Street Car Park as part of a larger investment in the Council's car parks. Works will focus on resurfacing the car park to remove potholes and replacing the current drainage system.