Dave Hodgson to run for Mayor
On Monday evening Dave Hodgson was selected by the Borough Liberal Democrats as their candidate for Mayor of Bedford.
1 Sep 2009
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Dave Hodgson to run for Mayor
On Monday evening Dave Hodgson was selected by the Borough Liberal Democrats as their candidate for Mayor of Bedford. Dave who has lived in Bedford for 30 years is currently leader of the Liberal Democrats on Bedford Borough Council - the largest group on the Council. He was appointed Cabinet member for Partnerships and IT by Frank Branston, whose sudden death gave rise to the by-election for Mayor.
1 Sep 2009
Bedford and Kempston have been 'left in the sidings' once again, says local parliamentary campaigner
Rail operator Network Rail has launched plans for a £34bn high-speed rail link from London to the north of Britain.
29 Aug 2009
Security marked!
During the Kingsbrook & Cauldwell "Fortnight of Action" I took the opportunity to get my scooter marked with "Smart Water". "Smart Water" uniquely identifies your property, it's described as water with its own DNA, and it can be used on jewellery and other valuables without damaging them.
19 Aug 2009
Frank Branston, First Mayor of Bedford
On Friday 14 August the death of Frank Branston, the first elected Mayor of Bedford Borough, was announced.
15 Aug 2009
Unemployment figures show we risk a lost generation says Steve Webb
"The Government needs to look urgently at the gaps in the safety net to make sure that people who are out of work are getting the support that they need to see them through this difficult period."
12 Aug 2009