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The biggest Lottery-funded projects in the 21st century

Since the beginning of the 21st century, funding from the lottery, whether from in-store ticket purchases or online lotto formats, has helped transform thousands of projects across...

What UK players look for when choosing an online casino

Once a year, every online casino licensed in Great Britain has to let an outside auditor into its systems. The auditor must be independent of the company, the audit must follow a set of controls...

Moving to Bedford from abroad? What nobody explains about British waste rules

Every autumn, a new wave of people arrives in Bedford Borough from somewhere else. Some come for the Thameslink line and a house that costs less than London...

Where do gamers assemble in Bedford? 

As one of the most prevalent forms of entertainment in the modern world, gaming is absolutely everywhere. The people of Bedford see it on buses; it’s played in living rooms all over the town...

What Bedford businesses can learn from the UK’s cashless push

With cash payments dropping below 10%, discover what the cashless push means for Bedford businesses, from managing card fees to staying competitive.

Local name or global name: the domain decision facing Bedford’s new businesses

The trading name gets settled first, then the bank account, then the signage. The web address tends to be decided last and in a hurry, which is odd given that it outlasts most other decisions...

Why Zugspitze beats the overcrowded ski resorts this winter

Germany's highest mountain sits above a glacial lake so startlingly turquoise it looks digitally enhanced in photos. It isn't. Zugspitze at 2,962 meters delivers skiing conditions most German...

How to view, print, and save PDFs on any device without paying for software

Most devices can open a PDF without extra software, because modern browsers and operating systems already include basic document support. For everyday reading, printing, and saving...

From Bedford to Vauxhall: What Bedfordshire buyers need to know about London’s regeneration hotspot

Bedford has fast trains to London, but Vauxhall has the regeneration story. Here's how the numbers compare for Bedfordshire buyers and investors. Bedford has built its reputation on fast trains...

Top five commercial mortgage providers in the UK in 2026

Choosing a commercial mortgage provider is one of the more consequential decisions a business or property investor will make when financing premises, refinancing, or releasing capital...

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