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The Town Centre Car Park barrier is going back into use.

From Monday 4th July 2022 the entrance barrier to the town centre car park at High Street, Sandy, SG19 1AG will be CLOSED between 12.00am - 8.45am. Vehicles will be able to exit the car park...

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SEND News and Update 29.06.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin which includes information on • SEND revisit in Central Bedfordshire • Virtual Parent Meeting with the Ofsted/CQC...

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Be Central Bedfordshire - Business Newsletter 29.06.22

Do you need to deal with a business challenge, but have no funding, time or staff available? The offer is straight forward: the University of Bedfordshire pays up to 50% (£10,000) to...

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Meet the Cows: a talk by Guy Kiddy

Sunday 3rd July 2022 10:00AM The Riddy, off Mill Lane, SG19 1NL Meet us by the millpond in the Riddy nature reserve to hear a fun, educational talk about these beautiful creatures and...

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COUNCILLOR VACANCIES

Could you be a Councillor? Do you have an interest in town affairs? Can you make a difference? Do you have spare time to help us do the best for the community? Sandy Town...

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Cheering Volunteering June 2022

Cheering all Volunteer's in Central Bedfordshire An event was held to recognise and thank the many volunteers throughout Central Bedfordshire who help to provide the backbone to the...

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Changes to Potton schools approved

Central Bedfordshire Council has approved changes to two schools in Potton in order to create a primary school with effect from September 2023, as part of the Schools for the Future...

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The baby-friendly team are here to help with your breastfeeding journey

Choosing how to feed your baby can be a difficult decision, the good news is there is support available to help you decide how you would like to feed your child in their early years. If you...

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SEND News and Update 27.06.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin.  This week includes information on • SEND Revisit in Central Bedfordshire 4th, 5th, 6th July – Have your say • SNAP...

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Have your say on design guidance and tree planting in the Forest of Marston Vale

We're inviting residents and other interested parties, to have their say on the Developing in the Forest of Marston Vale: Design Guidance Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)...

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Have your say on Electric Vehicle Charging guidance for new developments

We're inviting residents to have their say on proposals that will set new standards for electric vehicle charging in new developments. The Electric Vehicle Charging: Guidance for New...

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Book of the month - July 2022

Ariadne by Jennifer Saint Ariadne, Princess of Crete and daughter of the fearsome King Minos, grows up hearing stories of gods and heroes. But beneath the golden palace something else stirs,...

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Coming soon at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre

National Theatre Live: Prima Facie Wed 27 Jul 7pm Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play. Tessa is a young,...

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Active Lifestyles - Weekly Review 24.06.22

Organisation of the week It was INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY this week   So organisation of the week goes to Lucy Rowland Yoga who specialises in Vinyasa Yoga, Meditation and Kids and...

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Enjoy Summer in Greensand Country

Greensand Country is beautiful in the summer months. It is perfect for walkers, with long distance footpaths, easy circular strolls, gentle gradients and astonishing views. The quiet roads and...

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Have your say on plans to stop moving traffic offences

Residents are being asked to comment on potential new powers to address moving traffic offences across the whole of Central Bedfordshire. The first pilot scheme being put forward for consideration...

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Our communities and their experiences with COVID-19

Take part in a survey to share your experiences We are asking our communities to take part in a survey to share their experiences with COVID-19. During the COVID-19 pandemic, some...

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We are looking for Summer Reading Challenge Volunteers!

Do you know a young person who will have time on their hands this Summer? Biggleswade Library is looking for young people aged 13 or more to help run our annual Summer Reading Challenge for...

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Sandy Community Action Day

Central Bedfordshire Council Safer Communities & Partnership Team are holding another Community Action Day in Sandy on Friday 24th June from 10am at the Market Square. There will be an...

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SEND News and Update 22.6.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin.  This week includes information on • SEND Revisit in Central Bedfordshire 4th, 5th, 6th July – Have your say •...

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Work starts on new skatepark

We are excited to announce that construction for the new skatepark at Sunderland Road Recreation Ground will start on Monday 27th June. The construction of the skatepark is due to take 6-8...

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SME Luton and Bedfordshire Business Awards 2022

Sustainability Award Calling Central Bedfordshire SME businesses... The application deadline to enter our Sustainability Award has been extended to 3pm on the 28th June! Enter to be in...

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One day left to have your say on our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities strategy

Help shape our plans for improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families in Central Bedfordshire. The consultation...

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Do you use the A6, A507, or both?

If you answered yes, please read on. We secured £6.8m of government Levelling Up funding to improve the A6/A507 Clophill roundabout and we want your views on the plans. We would...

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Library News Update

Jubilee fun in the Library We had a royal time over the Jubilee with tea parties at Dunstable, Houghton Regis and Shefford Library.  A visit from Her Majesty at Dunstable Library and...

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Missing cervical screenings could put your life in danger

A cervical screening (also known as a smear test) is a potentially lifesaving test. But there are many who miss their appointment - with a worrying one in three people not taking up their...

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Leaders Blog - Cheering our volunteers

Supporting local community-based groups is incredibly important to making Central Bedfordshire a great place to live. These groups are often run by volunteers who, as was evident in the pandemic,...

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We're here for you if you're feeling lonely

Loneliness Awareness Week Loneliness is something we all feel at times, but when it becomes chronic or long-term it can have serious effects on our mental health. This week is Loneliness...

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Applying for school transport assistance

Please make sure you have applied by the deadline Your children may be able to get travel assistance to school depending on how far the walk is and any special needs they have. Transport...

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Active Lifestyles - Weekly Review 17.06.22

Organisation of the week Organisation of the week goes to...... Diabetes UK #DiabetesWeek One of our team members has recently found out that her 14 year son is type 1 diabetic, so this week...

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Predicted high temperatures trigger our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol

Support for those sleeping rough as temperatures set to rise today With temperatures predicted to rise above 27 degrees today (Friday), our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been...

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SEND News and Update 15.06.22

Welcome to this extra edition of the SEND News Bulletin  Improving our approach to school attendance for children with complex needs We know there are issues in relation to school...

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Council outlines support for unpaid carers in new strategyBetter supporting unpaid carers

Following a 14-week consultation, we have launched our Adult Carers Strategy for the next five years; from 2022 – 2027. The strategy recognises the role that carers have in providing...

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Have your say on design guidance and tree planting in the Forest of Marston Vale

We're inviting residents and other interested parties, to have their say on the Developing in the Forest of Marston Vale: Design Guidance Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)...

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The Safer Central community survey

As we move into the summer months of 2022, don’t miss your chance to have your say about crime and community safety, by completing our Safer Central community survey. Responses are...

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Be Central Bedfordshire - Business Newsletter 10.06.22

HSE working minds campaign gets a new partner Make UK has joined HSE Working Minds campaign as an official partner to raise awareness of how to prevent work-related stress and encourage good...

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Central Bedfordshire says thank you to its volunteers

Cheering Volunteering Event to say thank you to Central Bedfordshire's wonderful volunteers It was cream teas all round for the volunteers of Central Bedfordshire at a celebration event...

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Central Bedfordshire Council opens two new state-of-art MOT testing stations

We're excited to announce the opening of two new MOT testing stations, offering exceptional value MOT tests for the vehicles of residents and businesses. We'll provide MOT's on...

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Bedfordshire Lieutenancy: Appointment of Mrs Susan Lousada DL

HM The Queen has been pleased to appoint Mrs Susan Lousada DL as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Bedfordshire on the retirement of Mrs Helen Nellis on Tuesday 6 September...

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SEND News and Update 08.06.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin.  This week includes information on • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Special Education Needs and Disabilities...

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What do you want from your local pharmaceutical services?

It’s now your chance to say what you want from your local NHS pharmaceutical services. Central Bedfordshire Health and Wellbeing Board, wants to hear your views for its latest...

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Ever thought about working with children under 5?

Perhaps you're considering a career change, want to get back into work, or just interested to know what it's like to work with under 5's... Our free* Introduction to Working in an...

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Telephone calls selling bogus warranties for household goods

Act with caution if you receive a suspicious telephone call The Trading Standards team is urging residents to be vigilant following a number of reports of calls recently received by residents,...

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Central Bedfordshire Council reminds food businesses to focus on food safety on World Food Safety Day

Today, on World Food Safety Day, we are reminding food businesses to focus on maintaining high food safety standards and that our team are here to support them to improve and keep consumers...

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Empathy Day book promotion in Libraries

Stories give insights into how other people feel. These are a selection of some empathy-rich books for 4-16-year-olds selected by experts which you can borrow through Central Bedfordshire...

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We're counting down to Sandy's Platinum Jubilee Concert!

Sandy Town Council is looking forward to kicking off the Platinum Jubilee bank holiday weekend with a great, free community event, featuring live music, family activities, a picnic area, food...

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Platinum Jubilee Concert

The communities of Sandy, Beeston and the surrounding area are invited to an outdoor concert in the grounds of Sandye Place on Thursday 2nd June 2022 in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum...

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QUEEN'S PLATINUM JUBILEE BANK HOLIDAY 2022

Due to the bank holiday weekend and preparations needed for the Platinum Jubilee Concert, the Council offices at 10 Cambridge Road, Sandy will be closed to the public from: 4.00pm on Monday...

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Jubilee Bank Holiday events and services

It’s a bumper bank holiday weekend coming up, with an extra day to get out for a long walk, recover from your street party or take a moment for yourself to relax.  You’ll no doubt...

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Over 500 TREEasons to be happy

More than 500 trees planted as part of the Local Authority Treescapes Fund To continue our sustainability push – and promote the ‘green’ agenda so important to residents...

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Leaders Blog - Celebrating the Jubilee

An extended bank holiday weekend is approaching to mark 70 years of the Queen’s reign. To celebrate this unprecedented anniversary, events and initiatives within our community, as well...

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Sandy Green Wheel Spring Walk - Sunday 29th May 2022

Proud to be part of the Greensand Country Festival 2022. Join us in walking Sandy Green Wheel on Sunday 29th May 2022. Meet up in Sandy Market Square at 10am to collect a route map. Explore...

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Book of the month - June 2022

Magpie by Elizabeth Day When Marisa meets Jake, everything falls into place. But then their new lodger Kate arrives. Something isn’t right about her. It’s the way she looks at...

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SEND News and Update 25.05.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin.  This week includes information on • Data Breach • Changes in management in SEND • Written statement of action...

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Bedfordshire Lieutenancy: Lord-Lieutenant’s Service of Thanksgiving for Voluntary Organisations

Over 350 people from across Bedfordshire came together at St Mary’s Church, Luton on Sunday 22 May 2022 to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and to give thanks for the...

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Reminder: Have your say on our consultation for a new children’s centre and registration service to be included in Biggleswade Library

We are proposing a major makeover of Biggleswade Library to provide a modern, attractive facility and community hub for residents. There would be improvements to existing library services, new...

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Community Safety Team want to hear from under 18’s

New community safety youth survey launched Our Community Safety team would like to hear from under 18’s. The team has launched their Youth Survey, which has been co-designed with young...

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£54 million contract signed and works to commence for major development of an older person’s village in Flitwick

Central Bedfordshire Council has signed a £54 million contract with Farrans Construction to deliver a new older person’s village. Built on the site of the former leisure centre,...

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Queen's Platinum Jubilee Community Art Project

Calling local artists: Do you have an idea for a community art project to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee? Sandy Town Council is asking our community for your ideas on how some S106...

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VACANCY FOR COUNCILLOR

Could you be a Councillor? Do you have an interest in town affairs? Can you make a difference? Do you have spare time to help us do the best for the community? Sandy Town...

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National Theatre Live at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre

Much Ado About Nothing Thu 22 Sep 7pm Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy of new beginnings. Escape to the Italian Riviera with a cast including Katherine Parkinson?(Home, I'm...

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Active Lifestyles - Weekly Review 20.05.22

Weekly review Wellness Wednesday Wellness Wednesday is about staying on track with lifestyle change. Here are 10 ways to help.... Organisation of the week Organisation of the week...

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Ever thought about working with children under 5?

Perhaps you're considering a career change, want to get back into work, or just interested to know what it's like to work with under 5's... Our free* Introduction to Working in an...

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Latest news from Sandy Library

Jubilee Activities Find loads to keep the family busy at the library in the run up to the big Jubilee weekend. • Name the Corgi. Finishes Sat 28 May • Design a Crown competition:...

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Be Central Bedfordshire - Business Newsletter 18.05.22

The Greensand Country Festival 2022 is here! Throughout May and into June half term, the Greensand Country Festival, supported by Mulberry Homes, aims to shine a light on countryside...

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Notice of Councillor Vacancy - May 2022

Notice of Councillor Vacancy      

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Water Saving Week

It's Water Saving Week! Saving water not only saves money off your utility bills but also helps the environment, as getting clean water to your home uses lots of energy. If you're...

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Get out and about this summer with the help of the AccessAble App

Everyone should be able to feel at ease when visiting somewhere new.  No one should have to worry about whether the access to an area or its facilities is suitable for their needs. The...

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Cheering Volunteering Newsletter May 2022

Cheering all Volunteering In Central Bedfordshire. Whether it is joining a litter pick or taking someone to an appointment, volunteering offers innumerable opportunities to help people and to...

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Central Bedfordshire pupils take to the streets for Walk to School Week

School pupils in Central Bedfordshire will join thousands of children across the UK taking part in Walk to School Week (16 – 20 May 2022). Walk to School Week takes place during Living...

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Time Capsule Ceremony at Derwent Primary School

Time capsule ceremony sees school celebrate expansion project which will honour ‘inspirational’ former governor The children of an “inspirational” former Derwent Primary...

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A6/A507 Clophill roundabout consultation gets going

We have plans to improve the busy A6/A507 roundabout at Clophill and we're driven to understand what you think. Consultation on the scheme that benefits from £6.8 million of...

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Queen Elizabeth II

The upcoming royal jubilee has been a focus for publishing. There are lots of new books about the queen and her reign, free to reserve. Click on the titles and logon to reserve with your library...

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SEND News and Update 13.05.22

Welcome to this edition of the SEND News Bulletin.  This week includes information on • Children and Young People's Survey • Have your say on our draft SEND Strategy 2022...

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