Kingsbrook Labour

06/10/2026

Some visits are more personal than others. Yesterday was one of them.

I was grateful to accept Suneeta Sahota’s kind invitation to visit Blue Sky Carers Support at the Bedford Carers Hub and spend time with unpaid carers and parent carers.

I have been an unpaid carer myself and have accessed carers’ support. So I know that behind the words “unpaid carer” are real people trying to look after someone they love, while often trying to keep their own lives going too.

Today I listened to carers speak about their experiences, the pressures they face and the difference that the right support can make. Those conversations are important because carers themselves are the people best placed to tell us what is working and where more needs to be done.

As a Councillor and member of the Adults Committee, I want to make sure those voices are heard when we look at adult social care and support across our community.

I was very grateful to Suneeta and the Blue Sky team for their welcome, and especially to the carers who spoke so openly with me.

My own experience of caring is something I will carry with me throughout my public service. It is a reminder that support for carers isn’t an abstract issue — it can make a real difference to someone’s everyday life.

If you are an unpaid carer or parent carer, or know someone who may need support, Blue Sky Carers Support can provide information about the help available:

https://blueskycarerssupport.uk/

Cllr Ralley Rahman
Councillor | Member of the Adults Committee

02/10/2026

🤝 Community Support & Partnership

Cllr Ralley Rahman, joined by Mohammad Yasin MP for Bedford and Kempston,held her councillor surgery at the NHS Wellbeing Support and Coffee Morning.
It was fantastic to see so many organisations coming together under one roof to support our local communities. Residents were able to raise concerns, seek advice and receive support, with some matters signposted to bpha and CAB.
By working together, listening and collaborating, we were able to answer many queries and resolve issues on the spot. ❤️
🎂 To make the morning even more special, we also celebrated two birthdays! 🥳🎉
A great example of what can be achieved when our community and organisations work together!

30/09/2026

Kingsbrook residents — I’d love to hear from you!

Do you have a local issue that needs raising, a concern you’d like support with, or an idea that could make our community better?

Come along to my Councillor Surgery for a friendly, informal chat. I’m here to listen, help where I can, and make sure residents’ voices are heard.

📅 Thursday 1st October
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Christ the Methodist Church, Harrowden Road, Bedford, MK42

No appointment needed — just drop in and say hello.

I look forward to meeting you and hearing what matters to you and your family.

Cllr Ralley Rahman
Labour Councillor for Kingsbrook Ward

03/09/2026

📍 Kingsbrook Councillor Surgery

It was great to spend the morning meeting with residents at today’s Councillor Surgery in Kingsbrook.

It was a very productive morning, with lots of residents coming along to discuss local concerns and issues. We picked up a good amount of casework, which we’ll now be following up and working to get resolved.

Being available to residents, listening to their concerns and making sure their voices are heard is an important part of being a local councillor.

Thank you to everyone who came along and took the time to speak with us. We’ll keep working hard for Kingsbrook and its residents. 🌹

02/09/2026

Kingsbrook residents — I’d love to hear from you!

Do you have a local issue that needs raising, a concern you’d like support with, or an idea that could make our community better?

Come along to my Councillor Surgery for a friendly, informal chat. I’m here to listen, help where I can, and make sure residents’ voices are heard.

📅 Thursday 3rd September
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Christ the Methodist Church, Harrowden Road, Bedford, MK42

No appointment needed — just drop in and say hello.

I look forward to meeting you and hearing what matters to you and your family.

Cllr Ralley Rahman
Labour Councillor for Kingsbrook Ward

23/08/2026

🇺🇦💙💛 A wonderful afternoon celebrating Ukraine’s Independence Day!

It was a pleasure to attend this special celebration and see the Ukrainian community come together in such a fantastic display of culture, music and community spirit.

A huge well done to PBIC for organising such a brilliant event and to everyone who took part in the singing and performances. 👏🎶

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day so memorable. It was an honour to be there and celebrate alongside the community.

🇺🇦 Slava Ukraini!

13/08/2026

05/08/2026

Do you have a local issue, concern, or idea you’d like to discuss?

I’d love to meet you at my Councillor Surgery. Whether you need advice, support, or want to raise an issue affecting Kingsbrook Ward, please come along for a chat.

📅 Thursday, 6 August
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Christ the Methodist Church, Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42

No appointment is needed—just drop in. I look forward to meeting residents and hearing your views.

Cllr Ralley Rahman
Labour Councillor for Kingsbrook Ward

24/06/2026

🌡️ RED HEAT-HEALTH ALERT ISSUED FOR BEDFORD 🌡️

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office have issued a Red Heat-Health Alert for Bedford and the East of England from 1:00am on Wednesday 24 June until 11:00pm on Thursday 25 June.

🚨 A Red Alert means extreme heat could have serious impacts on health, including for people who are normally fit and well.

⚠️ Those most at risk include:

• Adults aged 65 and over
• Babies and young children
• People with heart, lung or kidney disease, diabetes, dementia, or other long-term conditions
• People taking certain medications
• Those living alone or with limited mobility
• Anyone spending long periods outdoors

💧 Stay Safe in the Heat

✅ Drink plenty of water regularly
✅ Stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm
✅ Wear loose, light-coloured clothing and a hat
✅ Keep your home cool by closing curtains and blinds
✅ Check on elderly relatives, neighbours and friends
✅ Never leave children, older people or pets in parked vehicles

🚨 Seek urgent medical help (999) if someone develops:

• Difficulty breathing
• Confusion or loss of consciousness
• Severe dizziness
• Seizures (fits)
• Signs of heatstroke, such as a very high temperature and hot, dry skin

📞 Call NHS 111 if you feel unwell and your symptoms are not improving.

If you have a long-term health condition, continue taking your medication as prescribed unless advised otherwise by a healthcare professional.

❤️ Please take extra care during this period of extreme heat and check on vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours. A simple phone call or visit could make a big difference.

03/06/2026

🌙✨ The Bedford Eid Festival promises a fantastic weekend for families and the wider community, featuring food, entertainment, stalls, and much more to enjoy.

See poster below for full event details.