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Thousands of young people in Bedford could have unclaimed savings in Child Trust Funds

Young people in Bedford Borough are being urged to check whether they have unclaimed savings in a Child Trust Fund (CTF), with thousands potentially unaware of rightfully their money...

Top crypto exchanges for 2025: A guide for UK investors

As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, selecting the right exchange becomes increasingly important for UK investors. With a plethora of options available, it’s essential to...

How to Set Financial Goals for Your Investments in 2025

“It’s not about how much you make, but how much you can keep from what you make”. To paraphrase businessman and author Robert Kiyosaki is relevant, especially in today’s economy...

Why perfumes are the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for women

Valentine's Day is perfect for expressing your love for your loved ones. It can be difficult to choose the perfect gift because there are so many options that might be coming to your mind...

Bedford Borough council tax rise agreed

Bedford Borough Council’s Executive has agreed to a 4.99 per cent increase in council tax, but this still has to be approved by the Full Council. The council is required to set...

Policing minister defends government’s rejection of Waspi compensation

Council tax bills in Bedford face over 5% police precept increase

Bedfordshire residents could see the maximum police precept increase in their council tax bills next year, the police and crime commissioner has said. The £14 Band D increase...

Bedfordshire local pensions “in the bottom five” for funding levels

It’s "not great" that the pension fund is in the bottom five for funding levels, the chair of the Bedfordshire Local Pension Board said. But with a funding level of over 90 per cent it’s not something he is...

VanUmove insights: What makes a man and van service worth every penny?

Moving might be a very difficult thing for all those people who have to deal with transportation, packaging, and heavy things. Many of them consider a removal company that provides reliable...

The timeless appeal of oak internal doors: A guide to choosing the perfect fit for your home

Making a house a home is all about finding new ways to set the tone and make yourself smile. One of the most timeless pieces of style has to be an oak door, which is where we’re...