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Testimonials

"BedfordBID has been brilliant for the town. It has made it a much safer place and somewhere that customers will want to return to.”

Jan & Deb Page
Arcadia Sweet Shop

“It is vital for businesses to work together, keep customers happy and coming back for more. That is why I got involved with the BedfordBID.

There is much more strength in working together and with senior representatives from Bedford Borough Council and the Police attending Board Meetings it makes quite a difference.”

Kay Girling
Allders Opticians

“The Retail Radiolink scheme is essential, and it really is important for us to know what’s going on outside the store, so our security guards aware of what’s happening and as a business we need to make sure we’re doing everything that we can to protect our stock and our customers.”

“It is also important for us to be involved in the local community and communicate with other businesses.”

Tom Perkins
Store Manager, Marks & Spencer

“The BedfordBID definitely benefits retail businesses. The Bluecaps are friendly and helpful with visitors and retailers. They are walking dictionaries and ‘The Google’ of the town centre.”

Maureen and Don Gillett
Art Centre & Gallery

“It’s a great initiative, giving independent businesses a voice and a chance to have some control and say over issues locally.”

Neil Primett
Planet Clothing & Boutique Planet