Once water is in your home, flood barriers won’t do much. Get prepared ahead with your own floodboards that can protect doors and windows, and aquasacs to keep out water.

We are launching a new pilot programme where alarms will be given to some victims of domestic abuse by our specialist Emerald team. Once activated, these alarms will automatically notify our control room and officers will then respond to the incident orlo.uk/BcYAF

Come and join the litter-pick at Plantation Park in Linden Road, Bedford on Saturday, 12 November, at 10.30-11.30am. You'll be most welcome. Cake, fruit and soft drinks for all helpers.

At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them. Thank you to everyone who joined the Armistice Day 2022 event in Riverside Square this morning as we remembered those who have lost their lives to war.

Heard of cuckooing? It’s when a drug gang takes over the home of a vulnerable person as a base. Learn the warning signs so that if you see something suspicious, you can speak up 100% anonymously and keep your community safe. #CountyLines

Good news to hear the fire is out and everyone accounted for. Thanks for the feedback as neighbours were worried - and so was I.

Last night, 18th Nov, Zara Layne contacted Cllr Colleen Atkins about fire engines at Richbell Court and residents evacuated. Fire Authority member, Colleen contacted @Beds_FireCtrl. It was a fire on the 9th floor. Thanks to Beds Fire and Rescue for extinguishing the fire and everyone safe.

BBC Three Counties Radio faces significant cuts to programming. From 10am on Friday 25th November, Jason Horton, acting director of BBC England, will answer your questions. Read more about the planned changes here: bbc.co.uk/news/entertain… Listen here: bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0d…

Whether you’re a friend, family, colleague or bystander, there are simple things that you can do to safely tackle violence against women and girls. By coming together and standing against abuse in all its forms, we can say 'ENOUGH’. Make a difference visit gov.uk/enough

Well done Livingstone Primary School.

Call free on 116 123 📱 Retweet and help us reach someone who might need to know that we're here all Christmas 💚

We know that the festive season is not always the peace & love filled holiday that it should be. If you are living with domestic abuse then even over the festive season #YouAreNotAlone there is support available. Call us on 0808 168 9111 we are here 24/7 Victim Support @bedsdv

Sometimes the new year can be hard for some people, especially when setting goals for the year and they become unmanageable or fall apart. Samaritans are here to listen all week long, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year 💚

Chief Inspector Hob Hoque met with Councillor Colleen Atkins yesterday to talk all things Neighbourhood Watch for #NeighbourhoodPolicingWeek Neighbourhood Watch helps to reduce crime and encourage closer communities. Interested in joining a scheme? ➡️ orlo.uk/lRzUj

💼 Are you an experienced Housing Strategy Officer who is looking to join a new and friendly team? We have the job just for you. 🔗 Follow the link for the full vacancy details, and to apply for this exciting opportunity: …boroughcouncil-career.talent-soft.com/job/job-housin…

This Saturday, 3 June, come to Bedford Neighbourhood Watch event Harpur Square Bedford, 10 – 2pm. Browse the stalls, speak with Neighbourhood Watch volunteers, Beds Fire and Rescue firefighters, @Northbedspolice, SaferBedford and free giveaways. Family event - fire engine, police car, Harpur Centre mascot for kids.

🛑We are calling on all adults in England and Wales to stand up against street harassment. We can make a difference. Together. Visit our website for advice on spotting harassment, safe intervention tips and more: bit.ly/458GJkZ #BeTheChange #SayNoToStreetHarassment