£14.1m school relocation scheme approved
Campton Academy is set to expand and move to a new site in Hitchin Road in Shefford, following approval by Central Bedfordshire Council's executive - despite concerns about travel between villages.
Luton Airport expansion proposals raise concerns about noise and climate impact
More than 200 extra households will apparently suffer “significant noise levels” during the day and an additional 450 at night as Luton Airport expands.
Government ‘will struggle to meet zero carbon emissions target’ if Luton Airport expands
A meeting has heard that the government would struggle to meet its net zero carbon emissions target if Luton Airport continues to expand.
Langford farm land set for 150 home development
A scheme for up to 150 homes on farm land in Langford has been approved, despite more than 120 objections from residents.
Stotfold school plans given green light as town council considers legal action
Stotfold Town Council may take legal action against Central Bedfordshire Council over plans for access to a new school close to a small area of land it leases.
Six deaths on Bedfordshire railway line prompt call for action
Six deaths within a year on a railway line through Bedfordshire have triggered a call for Network Rail to take action.
Central Bedfordshire Council to consider setting up its own housing company
Creating its own housing company could be Central Bedfordshire Council’s choice to help ease the problem of putting a roof over people’s heads.
Stondon housing and village facilities schemes backed by planners
New sport and leisure facilities are to be provided for the people of Stondon as part of a development linked to a second scheme to build 40 homes in the village.
Thirty new homes approved despite neighbour’s plea to ‘let Potton breathe’
An emotional plea to “allow Potton to breathe” and to consider “the human cost of development” was brushed aside as plans for up to 30 homes in the town were approved.
Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner justifies role at public meeting
Police Authority or Police and Crime Commissioner – which is a force to be reckoned with?
