Local Authority Partner Member, Bedford Borough Council
Laura joined Bedford Borough Council as the Chief Executive in October 2021. Starting her local government career as a trainee planner, her main experience has been in “place” related responsibilities with a particular focus on town centres, neighbourhood regeneration and economic development.
Laura has always had outward facing responsibilities engaging with key partners including with the business community and on wider regional partnerships including working with the government to support the retention of the Vauxhall Van plant in Luton.
Laura’s last corporate director role was to take responsibility for adult social care, public health and housing during the COVID pandemic. A key area of focus for Laura has been children’s services with an OFSTED inspection in her first few months, achieving a good outcome and now providing support across the sector on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Laura is leading the Bedford “place” work.
