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Consultation over roof signs on private hire vehicles to take place

A report by the Institute for Government has provided recommendations for how devolution can be completed across the whole of England by the end of the current Parliament

Recommendation to bring devolution to areas including Luton and MK

A report by the Institute for Government has provided recommendations for how devolution can be completed across the whole of England by the end of the current Parliament

Recommendation to bring devolution to areas including Luton and MK

Bedfordshire Police vehicles. Picture: Tony Margiocchi

Are unreported crimes and offences not being investigated a big issue near you?

A disappearing sign of the times? Paper permits are to be replaced by virtual permits in Bedford from September 26.

Bedford to introduce virtual parking permits

Radhabai Kathane with Susan Lousada, Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, and Bav Shah, High Sherriff of Bedfordshire. Picture: Bedford Borough Council

Grandmother celebrates 105th birthday - although she's 106

Crime

Footage of Tanya Liddle using a hat as disguise in one of her shoplifting ploys

Watch "Britain's most prolific female thief" commit 171st offence

John Tizard PCC

PCC urged to "tell the truth" on what he can achieve with his new plan

NationalWorld's editor in chief Nancy Fielder's mother was robbed at knifepoint in a park. NationalWorld is launching the Silent Crime campaign to highlight the number of crimes that go unsolved - and even unreported

'My mum was robbed at knifepoint walking her dog at Sunday lunchtime'

PCC John Tizard with deputy PCC Umme Ali. Photo: Labour Party

More needs to be done to protect women and children says deputy PCC

15-year-old Morgan has gone missing from Bedfordshire

Police appeal to find missing teenager last seen in Bedfordshire

Chief constable Trevor Rodenhurst

Chief constable will 'retire' next month - but be back in the role in November

Your World

Peter Collins and Ben Wykes

Young engineer at Bedford bus operator set for bright future after East Apprenti...

GoodOaks Homecare partner with Headway Bedford

GoodOaks Homecare pledge to support local brain injury rehabilitation centre Hea...

The Angel Mums after winning their JustGiving Award at the GoCardless JustGiving Awards 2024

‘We desperately wanted to save them’: 25 grieving mums honoured with JustGiving ...

Liz Lees Chief Nurse, staff from Shand Ward, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Charity and Bedford Hospital

Blossom Room opens for patients in their final days

Howlin Mat

Howlin Mat brings his Cigar Box Social to Bedford

Central Bedfordshire College award winners

Central Bedfordshire College celebrates students of the year

Sport

London, UK: Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois Face Off for the first time in fight week ahead of their IBF World Heavyweight Title fight on saturday night at Wembley Stadium. 16 September 2024 Picture By Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois live stream, start time, TV channel

Where to watch Anthony Joshua versus Daniel Dubois in the IBF World Heavyweight fight at Wembley

Stephen Hurrell

The Reds will meet AC Milan this week

How to stream the AC Milan vs Liverpool match online for free

Bedford players thanks away fans after Saturday's draw. Photo by Adrian Brown.

Eagles frustration as late own goal denies win

Tom Willis - opened the scoring for Saracens against Bedford Blues.

Blues shine before Saracens pull away

Opening day defeat at Southend for Bedford Athletic.

Athletic lose Southend opener

What's On

How much is the Maitland/Deetz house worth in the current housing market - despite the unwanted squatter pictured here?

How much would the “Beetlejuice” house cost to buy in 2024?

Victorian style home for sale; two previous owners and a squatter from hell. 👻

Benjamin Jackson

Singer of English electronic dance music band 'The Prodigy', Maxim (R) performs onstage in the Iconica Fest Sevilla music festival, on July 9, 2024, in Seville.

Where to catch The Prodigy during their 2024 UK tour

Dr Jacob Downs (inset) reveals some of the music theory, or "science," behind what has led to Oasis' music being so enduring since the heyday of "Cool Britannia."

Is there a formula to writing Britpop anthems much like Oasis have?

The Menendez Brothers are the focus of the newest "Monster" Netflix series by Ryan Murphy - but what was it like inside their multi-million dollar home, where they murdered their parents in 1989?

Inside The Menendez Mansion as new crime series arrives on Netflix

The latest film in the "Transformers" franchise is released this weekend, but is it worth going to see in the cinema or is it another "Transformers" movie worth missing instead?

Is “Transformers One” worth going to see in the cinema this weekend?

Health

Professor Zhugen Yang of Cranfield University.

New £1 test using origami paper sensors 'can detect infectious diseases quicker'

Tadpole Water after 2 hours

What is tadpole water and is it good for you?

The top 10 reasons that NHS staff are missing work.

The top 10 reasons that NHS staff are missing work

Dyson's most popular air purifiers are £150 cheaper than usual at the moment

Dyson has dropped some huge discounts on its air purifiers

Freshers week can be a daunting time for students but there is support available.

Freshers Week: How to access mental health support as a student

Donne & Browning Opticians practice exterior.

Bedford Optician issues reminder to parents amidst awareness week

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Omaze prize draw: Video tour inside luxurious £2m mansion in Devon

Lifestyle

A "for rent" sign is posted in front of a home (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Rent in Bedford rises 7% in past year

Rent in Bedford rose 7% in the past year, new figures show.

Sonja Tutty, Data Reporter

Could you be entitled to support for your family?

Number of Central Bedfordshire parents with tax-free childcare is increasing

Why you need to grab the must have Lulu Guinness ‘Checkered’ Tote Bag now

Everything you need to know about the Lulu Guinness brand

Coffee machines make it easy to make barista-style coffee at home

Coffee machine deals: We've found some of the best online bargains

UK Trending

Drug dealer's confused reaction when police find him hiding in garden

Drug dealer's confused reaction when police find him hiding in garden

Research of 2,000 adults has revealed 20 per cent are more inclined to talk about how they feel when on a long drive.

Brits more likely to open up over a pint than a text message or meal

RNLI rescue climber who fell 12m off a cliff

Dramatic footage shows RNLI rescue climber who fell 12m off a cliff

Dan and Kayleigh Cater have won £100,000 on the National Lottery app.

Watch: Dad wins £100k on Lotto app after night out with friends

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Argos unveils its top 20 most-wanted toys for Christmas 2024

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Chocolate prices rise by 11% ahead of Halloween and the festive season

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