Bedford Times & Citizen

The Times & Citizen is a complimentary local newspaper that comes out every Thursday in Bedford, located in Bedfordshire, England. It serves readers throughout the Borough of Bedford and a large part of Mid Bedfordshire. The paper has a current circulation of approximately 80,000 copies.

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iPhones for £69 as comparison site offers ultra-cheap deals on Apple phones

12 hours ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Stephen Hurrell

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. You don’t need to spend over £1,000 to get your hands on an iPhone – deals under £10 a month are now available, including big data packages. The cheapest iPhone on the market could cost you as little as £9.99 a month with an up front cost of just £69.
Teen convicted of murder after Bedford car park stabbing in feud over designer coat

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Laura Hutchinson

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA 19-year-old man has been convicted of murder after repeatedly stabbing his victim in a busy car park after a feud over a designer coat. Jacob Zuco was yesterday (Wednesday, April 16) found guilty of the murder of 20-year-old Leon Penman on May 24, 2024.
Plans to convert Souldrop village pub into a home would 'deprive people of a vital community hub'

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | John Guinn

Plans to convert a pub into a family home would deprive people of a vital community hub where “relationships can be built, and support networks formed”, objectors have said. Bedford Borough Council planners are currently considering a planning application (24/02427/COU) to convert the Bedford Arms on Souldrop High Street to a residential dwelling. Residents have told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) that the pub’s closure “has had a significant impact on community spirit”.
Dean Adamson's five try haul in Nottingham demolition makes him joint top Bedford Blues try scorer

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | John Lomas

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowDean Adamson became Bedford Blues’ joint highest try scorer with five on his 200th club appearance in their 87-19 home demolition job over Nottingham last weekend. On a day when Derek Wyatt – who scored 145 tries in 152 games – was in attendance to mark 50 years since winning the National Cup, the current crop did a pretty good job of making it an extra special afternoon.
More waste is being recycled in Bedford

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Adam Care

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowNew figures have shown the proportion of waste collected which went on to be recycled has increased in Bedford. However, a group representing local councils warned they will need more time and money to adapt to new recycling rules set to begin next year. Latest figures from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs show 85,428 tonnes of waste were collected by Bedford in the year to March 2024.
Head of Commercial Property at Robinson & Hall shares his thoughts on the commercial property market

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Laura Saunders

David Watling, Head of Commercial Property, shares: The commercial property market is showing encouraging signs after a quiet second half to 2024. 2024 did start well, especially in the retail and office sectors, but political changes and issues arising out of the budget caused hesitation in the market. This year so far, all sectors have improved, but we are seeing more activity in the office sector as more employees return to office-based working.
David Cook and Tristan Peck join Robinson & Hall

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Laura Saunders

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowRobinson & Hall has welcomed two valuable members of staff at their Bedford office in recent months, David Cook, Senior Building Surveyor and Tristan Peck, Planning & Development Surveyor. David Cook joined them this month as Senior Building Surveyor. He has over 40 years’ experience in building surveying and has worked on a variety of property types including commercial, retail and historic buildings.
Motorbike rider taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash on A1 near Roxton

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | Jo Robinson

A motorbike rider was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash on Saturday (April 12) near Roxton. Police were called at 4.10pm to a report of a single vehicle collision at a roundabout on the southbound A1. No arrests were made. Bedfordshire Police stated: "The rider of a motorcycle was taken to hospital with serious injuries after colliding with the central reservation.
Report into carbon capture facility near Stwartby incinerator identifies environmental impact of plans

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | John Guinn

Potential effects on air quality, noise, and local biodiversity have been identified in a report published as part of the planning process for a new carbon capture facility near Stewartby. The report, prepared by consultants on behalf of Rookery South Ltd, outlines the environmental issues that could be considered ahead of a full planning application for the Rookery Carbon Capture Facility.
'No concerns' over plans for Bedford's family hubs says council despite plea to think again

1 week ago | bedfordtoday.co.uk | John Guinn

A decision on the delivery of Borough Family Hubs will not be referred back to the Executive, after a committee said it has “no concerns” about it. In March, the portfolio holder for valuing families: children’s services, councillor Jane Walker, presented a report to the Executive on the service delivery proposal 2025, which was approved. However, six Lib Dem councillors called this decision in for the Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee’s consideration (Thursday, April 10).