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Over 100 arrests since Live Facial Recognition introduced
Since its introduction last year, Bedfordshire Police’s Live Facial Recognition (LFR) system has been deployed over 80 times across the county, resulting i
Police hunt wanted man with links to Bedfordshire
Bedfordshire Police are actively searching for Jamie Peck, a 48-year-old man wanted on recall to prison. Peck, who has no fixed address, is described as 5f
Police release images of men they want to speak to following serious assault
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Man arrested in Bedfordshire after police officer shot in Nottingham
A man was arrested in Bedfordshire following an incident in Nottingham city centre where a police officer was shot in the foot. The shooting occurred at 4.
Major road between Odell and Sharnbrook to close for pothole repairs
Bedford Borough Council will temporarily close the main road connecting Odell and Sharnbrook to carry out carriageway patching, including pothole repairs.
Expect delays at Biddenham Turn for 5 days as road closed for repairs
Biddenham Turn will be closed for five days from 26 to 30 October due to carriageway repairs after a defect was discovered. The closure will be in effect 2
Stronger leadership call following ‘serious failings’ at Bedford Borough Council
A recent Best Value Inspection Report has highlighted serious failings at Bedford Borough Council, including issues of bullying, misogyny, financial challe
Bedford Borough Council under fire over finances, governance and leadership
Bedford Borough Council faces significant criticism following a Best Value Inspection Report highlighting serious financial difficulties alongside issues i
Bedford Rock Choir hits the high notes to mark 15th anniversary
Bedford Rock Choir celebrated its 15th anniversary with a party at the Harpur Suite, attended by around 80 members. The choir, known for its performances a
‘Last man standing’ in road set to be demolished for Universal theme park
Ritchie Wood, 55, remains the sole resident on Manor Road in Kempston Hardwick as 12 homes are set to be demolished for the £5bn Universal United Kingdom R