What makes a great place to live? That’s the question that Central Bedfordshire Council are asking as it begins to develop a new Local Plan that will shape the future of Central Bedfordshire.
On 23rd July 2024, Central Bedfordshire Council launched the 10-week conversation with people throughout Central Bedfordshire that will start to shape the future of new homes, jobs and infrastructure, recreation and leisure, transport, local facilities, and green spaces, in the years ahead.
The Council wants to hear from people of all ages, and across all its towns, villages and communities, about what is important to them and their families for the future of the area. Early engagement with local councillors, at both ward and town and parish level, have highlighted six themes which will be a starting point for the conversation about the new Local Plan – a blueprint for Central Bedfordshire’s future:
- Access to outstanding new or improved green space and nature
- Jobs that are easy to get to
- High-quality, well-designed homes for every stage of life
- Excellent transport options, including walking and cycling
- Great local facilities such as roads, schools, shops, and parks
- Respecting and enhancing the unique character of our towns and villages
For more information about the Local Plan, and to share your thoughts, ideas and views, visit the Council’s website at www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/newlocalplan. Paper copies are also available in Central Bedfordshire libraries.
People can also sign up for updates via email and a dedicated WhatsApp news channel from the website.
The consultation is open until 23rd September 2024.