Stewartby3 Feb 2026Fears raised that roads won't cope with theme parkPeople near the planned Universal park say they are concerned about the knock-on effects.3 Feb 202615 Jan 2026Future of Italian workers' memorial uncertainThe council has yet to find a new home for a sculpture remembering Italian immigrants.15 Jan 202619 Nov 2025Universal Studios to get new railway stationMore trains will help cater for people wanting to travel to the theme park, a rail company says.19 Nov 202522 Aug 2025Mayor confident Universal theme park will deliverBedford councillors lend their unanimous support to the landmark project.22 Aug 202518 Aug 2025Council to back Universal plans despite concernsThe Conservative-run authority will discuss its response to Universal's plans this week.18 Aug 20251 Jul 2025Data centre proposed for stalled film studioLand owners cite "the changing nature of film studio operations" as the reason for this amendment. 1 Jul 202526 Jun 2025Universal submits first plans for UK theme parkThe company has formally asked for planning permission for its first-ever UK park, near Bedford.26 Jun 202524 Apr 2025Universal hints at century-long plans for UK parkPresident of new ventures, Page Thompson, says the theme park is just the start of local investment.24 Apr 202515 Apr 2025Does Bedford want a Universal theme park?The prime minister hopes the resort will drive growth, but how do the park's neighbours feel?15 Apr 2025...