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If you are worried a child may be suffering from harm or risk but do not believe they are in immediate danger, please share your concerns with thte Multi-Agency Safeguarding Children Hub (MASH)

Bedford Borough

Bedford Borough Council Phone: 01234 718700 (office hours) or 0300 300 8123 (out of hours)

Central Bedfordshire

Central Bedfordshire Council: Phone: 0300 300 8585 (office hours) or 0300 300 8123 (out of hours)

Luton

Luton Borough Council: Phone: 01582 547653 (office hours) or 0300 300 8123 (out o

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6 February 2026

Have your say on proposals to relocate Mount Vernon Cancer Centre –…

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29 September 2025

New hub unveiled in Luton as vaccination drive begins

A new NHS health hub has opened in Luton to allow residents to get vaccinated, as the drive to encourage seasonal jabs gets underway. The…

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12 September 2025

Groundbreaking local cancer project shortlisted for major national award

Pioneering work to tackle health inequalities in cancer treatment in Luton has been shortlisted for one of the health sector’s most prestigious awards. A spotlight on an empty chair at…

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18 July 2025

NHS recruitment drive in Luton to support working-class communities

People from working class communities in Luton will be among those supported onto the NHS career ladder, as the Government’s Plan for Change tackles rampant health inequalities and gets Britain working.…

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1 August 2024

World Breastfeeding Week: give your baby the best start

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually worldwide from 1 to 7 August.  This global campaign aims to raise awareness about breastfeeding and its benefits. The event takes place during the…

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2 July 2024

University to host theatre performances tackling health and social care workforce shortages

The University of Bedfordshire, in collaboration with Komola Collective, is presenting the Collaborative Targeted Outreach Programme (CTOP) play – an innovative theatre project aiming to demystify and celebrate the health…