REFLECTION – the last day of mourning!

by Dean Crofts on 20 September, 2022

Today is the Official last day of Mourning for our Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The past 11 days have seen the coming together of a nation, a massive coming together in person and watching the state funeral on TV all at the same time, respectful of the service that one individual person has given and […]

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Cost of Living – What the new PM must do!

by Dean Crofts on 5 September, 2022

Cost of Living Crisis – The Government needs to take action We have recently seen the shocking news that almost one in four adults will not switch their heating on this winter. A survey of over 2,000 adults found 23% would do without heating over the winter months. That figure was even higher for parents with children […]

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Community Safety Partnership – Your views are required!

by Dean Crofts on 1 September, 2022

The Bedford Borough Community Safety Partnership (CSP) is a joint partnership between Bedford Borough Council, Bedfordshire Police, Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Probation Service (East of England) and BLMK ICS – Integrated Care System. Together they work with housing associations, local businesses and voluntary/community organisations to tackle crime, disorder, anti-social behaviour, drug and alcohol misuse […]

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Storm Eunice hits Kingsbrook in Bedford

by Dean Crofts on 18 February, 2022

Storm Eunice, high winds, hit Kingsbrook today affecting London Road and Lovell Road. Council staff came out and braved the high winds to clear the trees. Thanks to those that helped and keep safe everyone.

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Free Tree Giveaway – Saturday 19th Feb 2022

by Dean Crofts on 16 February, 2022

Bedford Borough Council is giving away 5,000 trees for local residents, businesses, schools and community groups to collect and plant in their local areas. This give away was held today, on Wednesday 16 February and another session will be available on Saturday 19 February, between 10am-3pm at Oasis Beach Pool in Kingsbrook. Residents can collect up to […]

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Bollard Reported

by Dean Crofts on 15 February, 2022

This bollard in WInchester Road has been reported to the council – ref CAS-45354-K4M5B5. If you see any bollards which are damaged you can report them here : https://www.bedford.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/roads-and-pavements/street-furniture-maintenance/lighting/

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Big Local – Kingsbrook and Cauldwell

by Dean Crofts on 27 August, 2021

The Big Local Partnership has been set up 4 years ago with Big Lottery funding to help the communities of Kingsbrook Ward and Cauldwell in Bedford. It is a very important project and if you want to get involved then please let us know so we can pass your details to the Chair for contact […]

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One Word Today

by Dean Crofts on 6 May, 2021

It appears the Liberal Democrats are the only local party that bothers to keep residents informed and delivers leaflets regarding candidates for local elections. We continue to keep in touch with residents all year round, this time it is a Police and Crime Commissioner election. If you want a candidate that is local, available to […]

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Jubilee Park – Air Ambulance

by Dean Crofts on 5 May, 2021

Jubilee Park had a visitor yesterday evening, the air ambulance landed in Jubilee Park, was able to take a picture , I do hope the resident was ok for whom the ambulance was serving.

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