Food waste collections have started
Caddies have been delivered and the trucks are ready to go.
Bracknell Forest residents are continuing the fight against climate change with weekly food waste collections.
News: February 2021
Pupils to return to school in Bracknell Forest
Following the government’s announcement on Monday 22 February, all Bracknell Forest schools will return to face-to-face learning the week beginning 8 March.
Morgan Centre open for rapid testing during roadworks
From Monday 1 March 2021, the access route to the Lateral Flow Testing centre at the Morgan Centre, Crowthorne will be affected by planned roadworks. The centre will remain open for testing and diversion routes will be in place to make sure those with appointments can still gain access.
Update from council leader - 24 February
Cllr Paul Bettison, OBE, Leader of Bracknell Forest Council, gives a weekly update.
This week he discusses the roadmap to ease lockdown restrictions in the UK, and the completion of the Braccan Walk youth hub.
Expansion to COVID-19 shielding list
An extra 1.7 million people in England have been added to the shielding list this week in the fight against COVID-19.
'No evidence COVID-19 vaccines affect fertility’
Local medical experts in fertility and women’s health have recorded a short film to provide clarity and reassurance around the safety of the COVID-19 vaccination.
Fifth rapid testing centre opening in Bracknell Forest
Following the successful opening of the first 4 rapid testing sites in Bracknell Forest, a new site will open on Monday 22 February at The New Priestwood Community Centre, Bracknell.
New Braccan Walk youth hub complete
The transformation of Braccan Walk youth hub is now complete. What was once the ground floor of a car park has now been transformed into a modern and colourful youth centre for young people in Bracknell Forest.
Update from council leader - 17 February
Cllr Paul Bettison, OBE, Leader of Bracknell Forest Council, gives a weekly update.
He discusses the proposals for the 2021 to 2022 budget, and the positive news of a new community testing site in Sandhurst.
Sports Direct to open in Princess Square
The Lexicon has announced that Sports Direct will be opening a store in Princess Square later this year.
Update from council leader - 10 February
Cllr Paul Bettison, OBE, Leader of Bracknell Forest Council, gives a weekly update.
He talks about the opening of 3 new testing sites in Bracknell Forest, and encourages residents to take part in The Lexicon's new community art project.
Bracknell Forest budget 2021 to 2022
Bracknell Forest Council’s budget proposals, including a suggested level of council tax, were approved by the council’s decision-making Executive on Tuesday 9 February 2021.