Council Tax 2018/19

“The challenge of providing public services remains a challenge and they are widely reported in the media daily. As a Parish Council we are not immune and continue to provide the best possible services to the local community at the best possible price, we believe that we have done this very well over the past few years.  In that regard we have not increased our precept in the Council Tax … Read more

Covanta – EA grant permit

The Environment Agency have published their decision to grant Covanta its permit to operate.  This is very sad news for the local community who have campaigned hard to object to the permit being granted.  Full details of the permit can be found here https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mk43-9ly-covanta-energy-limited-environmental-permit-issued    

Local Plan Consultation

Local Plan Consultation short 2018 POSTER SCREENhttps://stewartbykhparishcouncil.gov.uk/local-plan-consultation/ You are invited to have your say in the latest local plan consultation, a summary can be found on the link including details of how to leave your feedback.

Holiday Activities this February at The Higgins, Bedford

Holiday Activities this February at The Higgins Bedford There is plenty happening at The Higgins Bedford this February half-term. Holiday activities are taking inspiration from ‘A Walk in the Woods’ exhibition at the art gallery and museum with a woodland themed creature feature, sponsored by Polam School.  These will include a visit from real woodland creatures to the museum, some Valentines arts and crafts, and a workshop to create a … Read more

Christmas Lights

On Saturday 25th November over 250 villagers gathered at the Village Hall for the switching on of the Christmas Lights.  It was great to see a mixture of old and new residents coming together.  The Parish Council hope that this will be the start of many community events during 2018.  We hope that you agree that the tree and Village Hall looks amazing.