Cruel proposals for Council Tax Reduction Scheme dropped after Liberal Democrat pressure
Liberal Democrat councillors 'called in' the recommendations, which would have made Bedford's scheme one of the least generous in the country
2 Sep 2025
National News
Reporting Back
Tim Prater Reporting Back from KCC: September 2025
The September 2025 monthly update from Tim Prater as County Councillor for Cheriton, Sandgate and Hythe East.
2 Sep 2025
Gloucester
Lib Dems uncover £1.5m black hole in Gloucester City Council accounts left by Conservatives
Since taking control of the council in May 2024 following the local elections, the Liberal Democrat administration has unravelled a series of hidden financial shocks left by the Conservatives
2 Sep 2025
A509 in Newport Pagnell finally reopens after nearly two years of delays
The A509 between Newport Pagnell and Junction 14 of the M1 has finally reopened after being shut for almost two years, bringing long-awaited relief to residents and businesses who rely on the major road which leads to the town.
2 Sep 2025
Watford
Watford Colosseum Reopens After Major Upgrade – A New Era of Entertainment for the Town
Watford Colosseum officially reopened at the end of August following a multi-million-pound upgrade, bringing world-class entertainment back to the heart of our town.
2 Sep 2025
Presentation Bill - Vehicle Registration Marks (Misuse and Offences) Bill
Surrey Heath MP introduces Presentation Bill calling for tougher measures against number plate cloning.
2 Sep 2025