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Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing

Chancellor John Healey is set to unveil a Budget including over £1 billion for social and affordable housing in England, boosting the…

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Prince William on how he once dreamed of becoming ‘DJ Xara’

Prince William revealed on BBC One's The Graham Norton Show that he once aspired to become a policeman, describing the role as…

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What a spectre – Bond boys bounce around London

The search for the next James Bond is reportedly entering its final phase this weekend with screen tests taking place in London.…

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Could Somerset pub be the oldest in England?

The George Inn in Norton St Philip, Somerset, may be England's oldest pub, according to recent investigations by Historic England. Archaeological analysis

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Reward offered over murder in flat used as brothel

A £20,000 reward has been offered by Crimestoppers for information leading to the conviction of the person responsible for the murder of…

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Habitat destroyed by Cairngorms fire to be restored with government funding

The Scottish government has allocated over £1 million to nature recovery projects, including £150,100 specifically for restoring habitats damaged by the Ju

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Thousands of people gather in support of Drumcree Orangemen

Thousands gathered in Portadown to support the Orange Order amid ongoing tensions over the Drumcree dispute, which centres on the Orange Order's…

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Murder charge after body found in wheelie bin

A man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body partially inside a wheelie bin in Plymouth. Devon and…

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Why the King’s Caribbean tour could be ‘biggest risk of his reign’

King Charles III is set to begin a nine-day tour of the Caribbean, visiting the Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua and Barbuda for…

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Meghan broke contact with father in letter citing abuse claims

The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, severed contact with her father, Thomas Markle, last year, citing abuse allegations. According to sources close…

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Local Lioness wins ‘Minifootball’ bronze for England at World Cup in Croatia

Bedford footballer Savana Fearon has won a bronze medal with the England women's team at the 2026 Women’s Minifootball World Cup held…

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Councillors unanimously approve plans for new Great Barford GP surgery

Bedford Borough Council’s planning committee has unanimously approved plans for a new GP surgery in Great Barford, marking a significant advancement in…

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Air ambulance charity launches urgent appeal to help with rising fuel costs

Magpas Air Ambulance, a critical care charity based in Cambridgeshire, has launched an urgent £50,000 winter appeal to address rising aviation fuel…

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Court papers reveal Bedford Borough mayor’s £2.7m interest in major rail scheme

Court documents have revealed that Tom Wootton, the Conservative mayor of Bedford Borough, holds a financial interest exceeding £2.7 million in farmland…

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Bedfordshire fire chief warns major infrastructure projects bring significant risks

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Authority has approved a draft five-year Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) for 2027 to 2032, addressing rising hazards…

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Petition launched against 570-home Clapham development

A community petition has been launched in Clapham opposing plans for a 570-home development on open land between Highbury Grove and The…

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Search for missing woman suspended after body found near Bedford Embankment

Bedfordshire Police have suspended the search for a 36-year-old woman named Wioleta, who had been missing since 19 October. A body was…

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The convicted £33m tax fraudster evading justice and living it up in Dubai

Arif Patel, a convicted fraudster from Preston, Lancashire, remains at large in Dubai after orchestrating a VAT carousel fraud that stole over…

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Sam Fender calls out ticket prices ahead of tour

Sam Fender has criticised the high prices of tickets for his upcoming 2027 Proper Massive Stadium Tour, which will visit cities including…

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Mum dies after trying to rescue sons swept away at sea

A 36-year-old British woman from Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, has died in the Bahamas after attempting to rescue her two sons who were swept…

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Plan for Northern Olympics to get £7m in Healey’s Budget

The UK government will allocate £7 million in Chancellor John Healey's upcoming Budget to fund a full feasibility study on the possibility…

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Met Police says letter with claims about Meghan’s father not shared with other law enforcement

In 2019, the Metropolitan Police received a letter containing allegations related to the Duchess of Sussex's father, Thomas Markle, concerning offences out

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Sport · 24 Oct 2026

News U21 loan Signing 15 hours ago

Bedford Town FC have secured the loan signing of Danny Anisjko, a winger who is a Latvia Under-21 international. Anisjko joins the…

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Celebrity Traitors left on a knife edge after a trip to the field of screams

In the latest episode of The Celebrity Traitors series two, contestant Miranda Hart was eliminated, intensifying the competition among the remaining player

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Before you crank up the thermostat, try these tips to keep your house warmer for longer

As the UK faces colder weather and rising energy costs, families and experts offer practical tips to keep homes warm without heavily…

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Tory activist in ‘contract killing broker’ claim had worked for party HQ

Jack Ross, a former Tory activist who appeared in an undercover Al Jazeera report offering to "broker" contract killings, previously worked for…

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Met investigates reports of letter detailing claims about Meghan’s father

The Metropolitan Police is investigating reports that a letter containing allegations about Thomas Markle, the father of the Duchess of Sussex, was…

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UK to invest £100m in ‘world first’ AI Biosecurity Lab

The UK government has announced a £100 million investment to establish a national AI Biosecurity Lab (AIBL), described as a "world first"…

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PM defends Gogglebox appearance after Badenoch criticism

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended his decision to appear on a celebrity episode of Channel 4's Gogglebox, which is part of…

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Ex-Tory campaign chief and his wife receive suspended sentences over election bets

Anthony Lee, the former Conservative Party director of campaigning, and his wife Laura have received suspended prison sentences after admitting to cheating

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Trial set for men accused of synagogue bomb plot

Two Iranian men, Salam Ahmadyan and Rahman Salehi, have appeared in court accused of plotting to target the Jewish community in Manchester…

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Police yet to receive £2m after A66 crash, says commissioner

Cleveland Police has yet to receive the £2 million funding promised by the government following a fatal crash on the A66 near…

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Man dies after car crashes into supermarket

A man in his 30s has died after a car crashed into a Lidl supermarket in Wolverhampton on Friday evening. West Midlands…

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Trump says Burnham ‘getting it done’ after Jackdaw decision

US President Donald Trump has praised UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's approval of production from the North Sea's Jackdaw gas field, describing…

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Green councillors face Labour deadline to disown Zionism policy

Labour is considering ending power-sharing agreements with Green councillors unless they disown the Green Party's recent policy motion that labels Zionism

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GP says she was forced out of job after raising concerns about gender treatment

Dr Sarah Redvers, a safeguarding GP in Sussex, has brought a claim of constructive dismissal against NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board and…

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Devolution plan for Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes raises questions

The UK Government has decided to establish a Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) Strategic Authority, foregoing proposals for a broader six-counci

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Storm Austen brings power cuts and travel disruption as more wind and rain forecast

Storm Austen has caused significant disruption across southern England and Wales, leaving over 15,000 homes without power and leading to travel delays…

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Police seize replica firearm and sword during anti-social crackdown in Bedford

Police in Bedford seized a replica firearm and a sword during an operation targeting anti-social behaviour in the Brickhill area. One individual…

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Sailor accused of plotting to leak information to Russia faces new charges

Teddy Young, a 24-year-old Royal Navy sailor, has appeared at the Old Bailey facing new charges related to allegations of leaking classified…

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Military base asylum plans challenged at High Court

Campaigners opposing the government's plan to accommodate up to 1,256 asylum seekers at the former Ministry of Defence site near Bicester have…

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‘Sexually obsessed’ stepdad jailed for murdering student

Nathan Owens, 34, from Hartlepool, has been sentenced to a minimum of 35 years in prison for the murder of his stepdaughter,…

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Man charged over Belfast knife attack pleads not guilty

Hadi Alodid, 31, has pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted murder, possession of a bladed weapon, and threatening or abusive behaviour…

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Mum sentenced for killing her three children

Yasmeen Ali, 44, has been sentenced to an indefinite hospital order in a secure psychiatric facility after admitting to the manslaughter of…

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Earnings limit of up to £140K for first-time buyers loan scheme

The UK government is set to introduce the Your First Home scheme, offering government-backed equity loans of 20% on new-build properties in…

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First personalised cancer vaccine cuts risk of disease returning in major trial

A major clinical trial has shown that a new personalised cancer vaccine, Intismeran, combined with the immunotherapy drug Keytruda, reduces the risk…

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Ghost sightings at Woburn Safari Park it hosts ‘Madagas-scare’ event

Woburn Safari Park is hosting a Madagas-scare charity weekend from October 21 to November 1, featuring a four-year-old black-and-white ruffed lemur named…

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Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

The UK Government's new Be Ready campaign advises households to prepare for three days without essential services such as electricity, water, and…

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Burnham suggests stocking up on tinned food and bottled water

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has advised UK households to stock up on basic supplies such as tinned food and bottled water to…

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Meghan says she was informed about ‘disturbing allegations’ against her father in 2018

The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan, revealed she was informed in 2018 about "disturbing allegations" against her estranged father, Thomas Markle, involving chil

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Chance to find out latest on East West Rail project at Lidlington drop-in event

Bedford Today news reports that a drop-in event will be held at Lidlington Village Hall on Saturday, November 7, from 11am to…

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Fire chief warns of risks facing county as consultation on 5-year plan starts

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) has launched a 12-week public consultation on its draft Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) for 2027…

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Bedford mayor pushes for wider South Midlands authority to safeguard rural voices

Bedford Borough Council is resisting the UK government's push for a four-council devolution deal encompassing Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, Luton, and Mil

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Bedford Borough mayor’s assistant refutes government findings and denies undermining council finance officers

Trevor Roff, assistant to the mayor of Bedford Borough Council, has strongly refuted findings from a recent Government Best Value Inspection (BVI)…

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Sport · 23 Oct 2026

News Eagles match Winner’s 15 hours ago

Bedford Town FC has highlighted the crucial role of its physiotherapy team, Jazzy and Elza, in maintaining the fitness and readiness of…

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Sport · 23 Oct 2026

News Match Preview Away Scarborough Athletic in Scarborough 11 hours ago

Bedford Town FC will face Scarborough Athletic away in their upcoming league match this Saturday. Last season, both teams shared points in…

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Lockerbie bombing accused loses bid to have case thrown out

Abu Agila Mas'ud al-Marimi, accused of constructing the bomb that destroyed Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie in 1988, has lost a…

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Items recovered in search for missing fishing boat and crew

Items belonging to the fishing boat Kilda, which vanished off the north coast of the Isle of Lewis on 13 October, have…

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Monk on Caldey Island gave naked photos of himself to visitors

Brother Titus Keet, a 78-year-old monk from Caldey Island off the coast of west Wales, has been accused of sexually assaulting a…

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Give more people weight-loss jabs on the NHS, say MPs

A cross-party group of MPs has urged the NHS in England to expand access to the weight-loss injection Mounjaro, criticising the current…

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Rapid changes to care market risk to National Care Service, regulator says

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has warned that the increasing acquisition of care homes by large private firms, particularly driven by US…

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Lights will stay on this winter, grid operator says after concerns

The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has assured that Britain's electricity supply will remain secure and resilient throughout the winter, despite co

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Detective raped by colleague says Met handling of case ‘like being raped again’

Detective Constable Linda Williams, a Metropolitan Police officer, has described the Met's handling of her rape case as "like being raped all…

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