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A delayed decision on its council tax precept for 2025/26 has resulted in Leighton-Linslade Town Council (LLTC) opting for its share to increase from £180.78 to £189.11 – a rise of 16p per week for a Band D property.

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3 days ago · Details of a major housing scheme with more than 3,000 homes in the greenbelt at Leighton Buzzard have emerged as part of the call for sites under Central Bedfordshire Council’s (CBC’s) Local Plan review. Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Leighton Buzzard Observer, you get 70% fewer ...

Sep 24, 2024 · A local survey recorded “a 98 per cent support level for the group’s priorities of a centrally located health hub or urgent treatment centre and a fourth GP surgery to serve the housing estates east of the town”, according to executive member for children’s services councillor Owen.

1 day ago · Flooding across Central Bedfordshire in September cost the local authority more than £1m, while a report into the January 2024 floods is due to be published by the end of this month, a meeting heard. Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Leighton Buzzard Observer, you get 70% fewer ads while ...

Oct 28, 2024 · Detailing the appearance of the solar farm, which would contribute towards the Aylesbury Vale area of Buckinghamshire Council’s electricity requirement, the document states: "The panels are covered by high-transparency solar glass with an anti-reflective coating which minimises glare and glint, whilst also aiding in the maximum absorption of the available sunlight.

Leighton Linslade Town Council is calling on local artists to bring their creative vision to life in an exciting new town centre art project. Funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), this initiative invites artists to design and paint planters that will be placed throughout the town centre, capturing the essence of Leighton Buzzard and Linslade through its landmarks, history, and ...

Sep 23, 2024 · Emergency services worked through the night to rescue flood victims in Leighton Buzzard – including a hedgehog.