Bedford Borough Council

What led to a council needing a government bailout of up to £80m?

We look at what the money will be used for and the impact it could have on taxpayers.

Local politicians react to the decision to give £80m in emergency funding to a struggling council.

The extra money for Bedford Borough Council will be split between this financial year and 2026/27.

Residents will see a 4.99% increase in council tax after the mayor's budget was finally approved.

The three-month inspection is estimated to cost £3,400 per day.

The Salvation Army says cheap, new clothing in stores is hitting the second-hand market.

The mayor has called for the chief executive's resignation following news of the inspection.

The council says the new location for the car park will cause extra congestion and cause pollution.

He says his council has been left "in an extremely precarious position".

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