Bedford Borough Council

Bedford is a unitary authority with the status of a borough. Its council is based at the county town of Bedford. Bedford's council is led by a directly-elected mayor, currently Frank Branston, who is an independent.

Central Bedfordshire Council

Central Bedfordshire was created from the merger of Mid and South Bedfordshire councils on 1 April 2009. It also manages certain responsibilities previously exercised by the County Council.

EEDA

The East of England Development Agency is the driving force behind sustainable economic growth and regeneration in the East of England.

European Social Fund

The European Social Fund is the European Union's main instrument for supporting social and economic restructuring across the EU.

Eco Financing

Eco Financing was formed to offer a unique reference point for eco grants, funds & savings. Grants are available for a wide range of projects, including loft insulation, wind turbine generators and solar energy installation.

BRAF

Bedfordshire Rural Affairs Forum (BRAF) is an informal and independent organisation. It was established in 2002 by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity to provide a coordinated voice for rural Bedfordshire and to champion rural interests in the county.