Local Conservatives, lead by Gianni Carofano, have been busy this last year listening to Bedford residents across the county. After surveying as many people across Bedford Borough as possible we were thrilled with the response with over 2000 Bedford Borough Households responding to our surveys.

Cllr Anthony Boutall, Borough Councillor for Kempston Central & East, writes to local residents in Kempston West to explain the need for fresh local representation in Borough Hall. 

Andrea and Robin have been out in the De Parys Ward communicating on the work they have been doing in the local area. If you would like to read their local news letter please see the attachment found below. 

Cllr John Mingay, Alison Crook & Cllr Gianni Carofano are working hard as a team in the Newnham Ward - meeting with and listening to the views and concerns of local residents. Click  on the link below to see their latest InTouch communication to residents of the Newnham ward.

Mike and Dawn have been working hard across the Putnoe ward listening to the priorities of residents. One major issue that was raised on multiple occasions was safety concerns for children walking to Hazeldene and Hills schools.

Local candidate Matt McCarthy has been campaigning on issues within the Kempston West ward. Please find his recent InTouch newsletter where Matt highlights the key issues he has been focusing on.

These have included;

After being selected as the Bedford and Kempston Conservative candidate for the next General Election, Ryan Henson is keen to start getting across the constituency with his first campaign. 

The sold-out Political Supper, on Friday 12th October heard the Rt Hon Sam Gyimah, Minister of State (Universities and Science) give an update on the challenges and successes of the Government, following a positive Party Conference.

Ryan Henson has been selected as the Conservative candidate for Bedford and Kempston for the next General Election.

Since 2010 Conservatives in Government have focused on increasing opportunities for young people. A key part of this is helping people take up apprenticeships within industry. Within Bedford alone 5500 apprenticeship starts have taken place since 2010.