Elections
Before the creation of Central Bedfordshire Council in 2009 the three former authorities had a total of 139 Councillors between them. As a result of the merger this was reduced to 59 Councillors in 2011.
| Year | Conservative | Labour | Liberal Democrat | Independent | Other | Control | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 54 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | Conservative | |
| 2011 | 49 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | Conservative | |
Since May 2011 the Council has been led by James Jamieson with a cabinet of six portfolio holders.
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