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Featured information
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School term dates
Check term dates for 2026 and 2027.
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Budget 2026
Have your say on our budget plans and Council Tax
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Nuisance vehicles order
Have your say on a public space protection order (PSPO) to restrict harmful vehicle-related behaviours across Central Bedfordshire.
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Garden waste collections resume
From 23 February, our garden waste collections will resume. Find out more about garden waste collections.
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Latest news
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Council launches budget consultation as £17 million government funding shortfall confirmed
Wednesday, 7 January 2026
Central Bedfordshire Council has today (7 January 2026) launched its public budget consultation for 2026/27.
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£330,000 UKSPF Funding investment powers business growth and job creation in Central Bedfordshire
Monday, 2 February 2026
We're marking £330,000 of UKSPF funding for 2025 to 2026, which has provided mentoring, training and expert support to help local businesses grow in a tough economy.
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Changes to taxi and private hire vehicle testing to strengthen passenger safety
Friday, 30 January 2026
We're updating our Private Hire and Hackney Carriage Policy that will require all eligible licensed vehicles to complete their 6-monthly MOT at a council-designated depot.
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Bedfordshire’s councils approve a bold strategy to restore nature and biodiversity
Thursday, 29 January 2026
The Bedfordshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) has been approved by leaders across the Boroughs of Bedford, Luton and Central Bedfordshire.
