Kempston Christmas Lights switch-on
This year, the Kempston Christmas lights switch on-event is on Sunday 27 November.
22 Nov 2022
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Have your say on how the UK commemorates the COVID pandemic
The UK Commission on COVID Commemoration has launched a consultation giving people across the UK the opportunity to say how they think the pandemic should be remembered and with possible suggestions including the adoption of a Remembrance Sunday-style symbol, dedicated memorials and reflective spaces. You can find out more at https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/covid-commemoration-consultation
21 Nov 2022
Sri Gurdwara Sahib Ji Ramgharia Sikh Society stonelaying
Today, Mayor Dave Hodgson visited the Sri Gurdwara Sahib Ji Ramgharia Sikh Society to commemorate the foundation stone laying for a new Gurdwara on Ampthill Street.
20 Nov 2022
Warm Homes Discount Scheme
Earlier this week the Government announced the reopening of the Warm Home Discount scheme which will provide a discount of £150 off electricity bills for three million low-income households this winter.
20 Nov 2022
Bedford Borough launches healthy workplace standards
Bedford Borough Council, in partnership with Central Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes City Councils, has launched a new set of health and wellbeing standards for local workplaces. The Healthy Workplace Standards are intended to help employers, even the smallest firms who don't have the resources for a dedicated post or team, support the health and wellbeing of their workforce.
20 Nov 2022
Bedford Christmas Lights switched on
Earlier today Mayor Dave Hodgson turned on the Christmas Lights in Bedford town Centre.
19 Nov 2022