Bedford Local Elections
Bedford Unitary Council in Bedfordshire, England is elected every four years. Before becoming a unitary authority in 2009 the council was elected by thirds. Since 2009 36 councillors have been elected from 26 wards and there is also a directly elected mayor who is elected every 4 years.
Read more about Bedford Local Elections: Mayoral Elections, By-election Results
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