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Did you know you could save £100 each year just by turning your heating down ONE degree? By making some small, simple changes you can save money on your household energy...
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A grant-funding scheme launched in Bedford Borough will support 13 voluntary organisations and community groups to help people struggling with the cost of living. Bedford Borough Council has...
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The forex market brings positive returns on good days because of the quick turns it takes. However, the market can also take a wrong turn, bringing almost nothing to a trader. Things often...
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What is the FTSE 100? How has it performed in 2022? Find out here. Being a successful investor or trader requires a great deal of knowledge and expertise. You must be able to analyse markets...
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Bedfordshire Pension Fund members should have “no concerns” on the scheme’s short or long-term future as it has a “well-diversified portfolio of assets” to manage volatility...
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Mayor Dave Hodgson has announced an immediate £1m grant to help keep homes warm this winter and to help with the living cost crisis. The Sustainable Warmth grant is a non-repayable scheme...
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As energy prices rise and the coming cold winter months approach, many are wondering how they can save some energy at home to prevent eye-watering bills come October. Currently, the annual energy bill...
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House prices in Bedford are rising faster than the national average according to recent research. The average home in Bedford added £38,000 in value in the last year. In the UK overall...
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A survey of people living in Bedford Borough has shown some are already having to make heartbreaking decisions to cope with the rising cost of living. The survey commissioned by...
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Bedford pensioners could be missing out on £2700 extra pension credit per year and are urged by the local Liberal Democrats to check their eligibility. Latest figures estimate that 123 Bedford Borough...
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One in five households are parts of Bedford borough are below the official poverty line after paying for heating, a meeting was told. The Health and Wellbeing Board was given an overview of...
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Residents of Bedford Borough can receive their £150 Council Tax quicker if they sign up to pay by direct debit by 1 April. The government rebate is part of an initiative to help households with rising...