The recent CIPFA's annual library survey has found that spending by local authorities on public libraries fell by £30m in 2017/18 and that 127 service points were closed down this year. This is in contrast to Bedford Borough who, under Mayor Dave Hodgson's leadership, have kept all of our libraries open.
Holocaust Memorial Day events will once again be taking place in Bedford, on Sunday 27th January.
Bedford Borough Liberal Democrats have a proven record of action in Bedford Borough since 2009 including protecting key services from government cuts.
Bedford Borough Council is pleased to announce that a large community effort has resulted in the opening of over 40 warm spaces for residents, with even more to come.
Commenting on the Empty Homes Update to the Housing Committee that shows the number of homes empty for over five years has decreased by 35% since 2014, Liberal Democrat Housing Spokesperson Councillor Dean Crofts said "This update is very encouraging. It shows that the programme has been a big success and as a council, we have brought wasted resources and space back into use. This means buildings that may have previously attracted anti-social behaviour are now being restored back into our communities for people to live in."
If you are healthy and looking at ways you can help Bedford Borough Council to support people who are self-isolating, the Council would like to hear from you.
