Robin Porter appointed as chair of Bedfordshire, Luton, and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board
Robin Porter, former chief executive of Luton Council, has been appointed as the new chair of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board. He was appointed following a public recruitment process to appoint
Why Light Up Purple for Fibromyalgia Awareness Day
Being an "invisible illness", fibromyalgia remains poorly understood and frequently misunderstood, despite affecting millions worldwide. Raising awareness is crucial for improving diagnosis, treatment, social acceptance, and support for those living with the condition. It
Healthwatch Central Bedfordshire’s Annual Away Day
Members of our team of volunteers, Directors and staff came together to hear more about the work we have been undertaking, at our Annual Away Day on 29th April 2025. We were also fortunate
Marigold House officially opens its doors to the community
Marigold House, a newly constructed care home built to exemplary Passivhaus standards, opened its doors on Friday 25 April to welcome friends and family, community leaders, and residents. Marigold House Care Home Open
Children’s home secures ‘good’ after inspection
One of Central Bedfordshire Council children’s home has been rated ‘good’ by Ofsted, following a two-day inspection. Kingfishers, in Houghton Regis, provides short breaks or long stays for children with physical and/or learning disabilities.
Eye care costs a barrier for people on low incomes
New research reveals costs of additional eye care services are likely to deter some people from visiting opticians altogether. Highlights of Healthwatch England's research NHS vouchers to help meet eye care costs has fallen





