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Cost-of-living crisis continues to affect young people in Bedford Borough

The cost of living crisis is affecting the whole of the UK, and Bedford is no exception. Young people are particularly affected, with many struggling to find jobs and afford transport...

Progress Publishing launches newsroom experience for Bedford sixth formers

Following a successful pilot project last year, Progress Publishing is launching a unique and exciting work experience programme for the 2026 summer term. In partnership with Kimberley...

Bedford Giving expands groundbreaking work experience to students at Wixams Academy

Bedford Giving has expanded its pioneering Taste of the Workplace work experience project, bringing real-world career insight directly into schools, from 30 pupils, to a whole year group of around...

Opinion: More needs to be done to help prepare young people for the working world

Many young people post-18 are uncertain about their future career choices, and the options available to them do not guarantee a stable or high-paying job. Universities can deliver skills and accolades...

Bedford Giving launches first of its kind work experience project

Students at Wixams Academy were given a taste of work experience without having to leave their school, thanks to a first-of-its-kind project launched by Bedford Giving. The 'Taste of the Workplace' project brings organisations and businesses...

Bedford Giving calls on local businesses to give work experience opportunities to young people

Bedford Giving is calling on local businesses and organisations to join its World of Work project to offer opportunities to the town's young people. The project aims to help young people maximise...

Bedford teens experience ‘life on the force’ through Bedfordshire police scheme

Bedford teenagers got to experience ‘life on the force’ in a new work experience initiative launched by Bedfordshire Police.A final 15 students out of 72 who applied enjoyed an action-packed...

Shops, bars and businesses in Bedford look forward to reopening on 12 April

Bedford's shopkeepers and business owners are counting down the hours until they can welcome customers back once lockdown restrictions lift on Monday 12 April...

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