A Luton resident has been sentenced for fly-tipping at Rushmore Park, Caddington. Simon Hartwell must forfeit his van, complete 150 hours of community service, and pay £1,500 after being identified via CCTV. Report fly-tipping at centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/reportit

Following storms in the area Dunstable, Flitwick, Cranfield and Marston Moretaine are experiencing flooding. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through any flood water. There is advice on our website on what to do and how to report centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/44/planni…

There is a risk of further flooding in some parts of Central Bedfordshire. Check here for flood updates from the Environment Agency: check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-war… For more information and advice about what to do in a flood visit centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/flooding

Meadow Way Community Centre in Leighton Buzzard is open for residents affected by flooding. If you or someone you know is vulnerable and needs assistance, contact our emergency helpline number 0300 300 8500. This is not to request sandbags. centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/flooding

Shefford Town Council, Shefford House, High Street, Shefford is open as an assistance centre for local residents. If you or someone you know is vulnerable and needs assistance, contact our emergency number 0300 300 8500. This is not to request sandbags. centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/flooding

Drop into Biggleswade Library and pick up an entry form for the Biggleswade Musical Theatre Colouring Competition and you could win free tickets to see Baby Broadway at The Bigg Theatre . For more info about the show see thebiggtheatre.co.uk/bigg-kids/ Central Bedfordshire Council

Find out about the Forest of Marston Vale at this great talk at Biggleswade Library. Central Bedfordshire Council ForestOfMarstonVale Biggleswade Community Safety Group

Last week to have your say on our Licensing Policy Consultation, which closes on Mon 30 Sept. This policy impacts venues that serve alcohol, provide entertainment, and offer late-night refreshments. We're extending the policy to 2025 with key updates centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/306/your_…

We'd like your feedback on our proposals for a proposed new plan help us forecast the school places needed in Central Bedfordshire up until 2030 #YourVoiceMatters centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/draft-school-o…

Did you know? Pension Credit can give you extra income to help with daily living costs! 💰 If you’re over State Pension age, you might be eligible. Check if you qualify today by visiting: gov.uk/pension-credit #PensionCredit

❗️Please don’t drive through floodwater! 🚗This was the scene one of our crews was faced with last night - luckily, no one was rescued, but it highlights just how deep some of these flooded areas might be. ⛔️ And never drive through road closed signs - ever!

We are working around the clock to tackle the significant rainfall on the A421. We understand people are curious but request that members of the public continue to support us by staying away from the area so our work to resolve the issue can continue to progress at pace.

Paw-sitively brilliant work from Griffin the sniffer dog! Officers seized hundreds of counterfeit items from King Vape Leighton Express found by Griffin in a hydraulic hide 🐶⭐ Report any illegal vapes here: ow.ly/2jeJ50Tx7cF

💧 By the end of last night, we'd removed around eight million litres of water from the A421 which is more than you’d find in three Olympic-sized swimming pools. There's lots more work to do and we're predicting there's around 60 million litres of water to clear. #WeatherReady