Up to 600 new jobs for Bedford as outline plans for new employment site approved by council
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Do you think Bedford's Midland Road can look like this?: There’s an info stall where you can see for yourself
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Universal UK Project: 'Overwhelming' support for Bedford theme park plan say company bosses
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Mystery as Brewhouse in Bedford's High Street suddenly shuts up shop: It closed yesterday (Monday)
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U.S. bans noncompete agreements for nearly all jobs: The Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban employment agreements that typically prevent workers from ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Take a look inside Sir Captain Tom Moore's house as it goes on the market for over £2 million
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JPMorgan CEO Dimon says US economy is booming: JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed confidence on Tuesday in a robust U.S. economy backed by strong ...
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Quick Glance: JPMorgan CEO Dimon Praises US Economy
- Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., speaks to the Economic Club of New York.
- Dimon expressed confidence in a robust U.S. economy with strong employment and healthy consumer finances.
- However, he warned about the potential economic effects of rising national debt, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts.
- Dimon also discussed the need for a more harmonious relationship between lenders and regulators, as well as praised U.S. leadership and economic power.
Drivers at Bedford bus operator recognised for driving excellence: 157 drivers at Bedford’s largest bus operator have received certificates in official ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/business/drivers-at-bedford-bus-operator-recognised-for-driving-excellence-4595961
Paid articlePaid Rise in housebuilding in Bedford – despite national slump: Building started on around 970 homes in 2023 – up from 810 the year before
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Bedford by-election: Conservative candidate says she's proud to be born and bred in the town
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Primary school teacher sacked for teaching kids how to do TikTok dances: Georgia Rogers, a teacher from West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy in ...
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Quick Glance: Teacher Fired for TikTok Dance Lessons
- Georgia Rogers, a teacher at West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy in Grantham, Lincolnshire, was dismissed for failing to report her students' use of TikTok.
- Miss Rogers was fired for breaching the school's safeguarding procedure by not reporting her students' TikTok use.
- After the summer break, it was revealed that Miss Rogers had also sent 'borderline unprofessional' messages to one of her students and their mother through Dojo, an online platform used by the school.
- During her disciplinary hearing, Miss Rogers mentioned that although she knew children were using apps like TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, she informed them that it was 'not appropriate' to create a social media video at school.
Faulty lifts at Bedford Hospital won't be up and running until end of June: Trust says 26 appointments have been cancelled so far
bedfordtoday.co.uk/health/faulty-lifts-at-bedford-hospital-wont-be-up-and-running-until-end-of-june-4601551
One takeaway in Bedford's Ford End Road needs 'major improvement' following food hygiene visit
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/one-takeaway-in-bedfords-ford-end-road-needs-major-improvement-following-food-hygiene-visit-4598302
Children from Pine Cones and Livingstone Primary School add splash of colour to Bedford family hub
bedfordtoday.co.uk/education/children-from-pine-cones-and-livingstone-primary-school-add-splash-of-colour-to-bedford-family-hub-4602306
Paid articlePaid Bedford commuters warned to expect more rail replacements due to Midland Main Line upgrade
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Seattle gave low-income residents $500 monthly, employment soared: A guaranteed basic income program pilot in Seattle gave 102 low-income residents $500 monthly ...
businessinsider.com/seattle-ubi-guaranteed-basic-income-low-income-poverty-housing-employment-2024-4
Quick Glance: Seattle supported the needy with monthly payments to combat poverty
- A pilot initiative in the Seattle area provided monthly payments to needy residents to reduce poverty. Employment within the group saw a significant increase, and many homeless residents found housing.
- Marie Kurose, CEO of the WDC, emphasized the importance of community investments and equitable solutions for existing barriers.
- Public and private partners such as King County, the Employment Security Department, and Chase Bank funded the program, with 88% of participants being people of color.
- The employment rate among participants significantly rose from pre-program to post-pilot stages. Additionally, participants noted securing better-paid jobs with added benefits.
Bedford's Brewpoint celebrates May Bank Holiday with annual Beer and Beyond Festival
bedfordtoday.co.uk/arts-and-culture/bedfords-brewpoint-celebrates-may-bank-holiday-with-annual-beer-and-beyond-festival-4602174
Paid articlePaid Brewpoint hosts first ever ‘Thriftathon’ in Bedfordshire: Make Saturday 18th May a date for your diary, as Bedford taproom, brewery and eatery, Brewpoint ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/arts-and-culture/brewpoint-hosts-first-ever-thriftathon-in-bedfordshire-4589099
Paid articlePaid Doncaster mum's warning to other parents after son's shock cancer diagnosis: Tyler was taken to the doctors after losing his appetite and beginning to stumble as ...
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Duchess of Edinburgh meets refugee women at Bedford homeless charity: They are part of the English Language Club
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/duchess-of-edinburgh-meets-refugee-women-at-bedford-homeless-charity-4603029
Global car parts supplier Comline Group relocates its UK headquarters to Bedford: It’s leaving its current home in Luton
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/global-car-parts-supplier-comline-group-relocates-its-uk-headquarters-to-bedford-4592021
Watch the moment drunk driver narrowly avoids 'fatal crash' driving on wrong side of M1 motorway
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Paid articlePaid 'Real Life Beauty' from Bedford selected to be face of Collection Cosmetics: “I still can’t believe it”
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/real-life-beauty-from-bedford-selected-to-be-face-of-collection-cosmetics-4593042
Paid articlePaid More than 100 empty homes in Central Bedfordshire revitalised last year - including one that had been empty for 20 years
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/politics/council/more-than-100-empty-homes-in-central-bedfordshire-revitalised-last-year-including-one-that-had-been-empty-for-20-years-4594049
Tilia Homes Eastern support homelessness charity Emmaus near Bedford for second year running
bedfordtoday.co.uk/community/tilia-homes-eastern-support-homelessness-charity-emmaus-near-bedford-for-second-year-running-4600694
Change of venue for East West Rail drop-in event ahead of statutory consultation: Details of proposed design will be shared when consultation begins
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/change-of-venue-for-east-west-rail-drop-in-event-ahead-of-statutory-consultation-4596768
Paid articlePaid Council run children’s centres in Central Bedfordshire recognised at national awards
bedfordtoday.co.uk/health/council-run-childrens-centres-in-central-bedfordshire-recognised-at-national-awards-4592087
Almost 6 in 10 private uni grads find full-time jobs but earn less than autonomous uni peers
straitstimes.com/singapore/almost-6-in-10-private-uni-grads-find-full-time-jobs-but-earn-less-than-autonomous-uni-peers
Sewage spills in Bedford more than trebled in 2023: Data shows sewage overflowed for 5,789 hours in Bedford
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/sewage-spills-in-bedford-more-than-trebled-in-2023-4584956
Charity SMART raising funds for homelessness in Bedford with walking challenge: Will you take part in Steps for SMART and help raise funds for The Prebend Centre ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/arts-and-culture/charity-smart-raising-funds-for-homelessness-in-bedford-with-walking-challenge-4601910
Paid articlePaid Objection over 'horrendous' smell of KFC as plans submitted for Bedford drive-thru
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/politics/council/objection-over-horrendous-smell-of-kfc-as-plans-submitted-for-bedford-drive-thru-4583514
Universal Studios asks Bedford residents for help with theme park: The entertainment giant is seeking local opinions on how to build a resort that celebrates the ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/universal-studios-theme-park-bedford-orlando-nrdsdltjw
Paid articlePaid Fancy running your own high end cocktail bar? Bedford's Cocos is up for sale: It’s got an asking price of £125,000
bedfordtoday.co.uk/business/fancy-running-your-own-high-end-cocktail-bar-bedfords-cocos-is-up-for-sale-4593598
Paid articlePaid Expect overnight delays ahead of Roxton Road bridge realignment, Bedford drivers warned
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Paid articlePaid Paedophile jailed for grooming vulnerable Bedford teenage girl via SnapChat: He coerced her into sending indecent images
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/crime/paedophile-jailed-for-grooming-vulnerable-bedford-teenage-girl-via-snapchat-4602467
NHS spent more than £150k helping smokers quit in Bedford: Do you agree with Rishi Sunak’s ban on young people aged 14 or younger from ever legally buying ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/health/nhs-spent-more-than-ps150k-helping-smokers-quit-in-bedford-4603953
German unemployment seen rising to highest level in almost a decade: Germany's economic weakness is finally taking a toll on the labour market ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/german-unemployment-seen-rising-highest-level-almost-decade-2024-04-26/
Autoglass® and Sheffield United host women diversity event in Bedford: Autoglass® and Sheffield United Women came together at a joint Partnership Day in Bedford ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/sport/other-sport/autoglassr-and-sheffield-united-host-women-diversity-event-in-bedford-4607028
Police hand out warnings to 10 people for street drinking in Bedford over the weekend
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/crime/police-hand-out-warnings-to-10-people-for-street-drinking-in-bedford-over-the-weekend-4600798
Paid articlePaid Developer returns to growing community in Bedford's Great Denham: A new release of one to four bedroom homes is being launched
bedfordtoday.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/developer-returns-to-growing-community-in-bedfords-great-denham-4600102
Bedford taxis and buses "too polluting" to be used anywhere else, meeting told: Concerns raised Bedford is getting 'old vehicles' that don't meet environmental ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/politics/council/bedford-taxis-and-buses-too-polluting-to-be-used-anywhere-else-meeting-told-4607085
Megan Thee Stallion: Cameraman accuses rapper of 'hostile' workplace: The Savage rapper denies "salacious" claims she had sex beside an "embarrassed" cameraman ...
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Scottish shipbuilding sees increase in jobs: Employment in Scotland's shipbuilding industry is experiencing a significant uptick ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/scottish-shipbuilding-sees-increase-in-jobs/
Bedford drivers warned to expect three overnight delays on the A421: The A1 is also affected
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Paid articlePaid Bedford drivers warned to expect overnight delays on the A421 and A428: The A1 is also affected
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Paid articlePaid Justice Juan Merchan took steps to shield jurors in the case from harassment, saying they'll remain anonymous except to Trump, his lawyers and prosecutors ...
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Bedford Comic Con & Toy Fair returns this April: The Bedford Comic Con & Toy Fair returns to The John Bunyan Sports Centre on Sunday 21st April! The event is ...
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Paid articlePaid Residents' views of Universal resort in Bedfordshire: People who live near a site which could become a movie-themed resort share their hopes and concerns.
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Bedford patients have among the worst experiences at GP practices in England: 10.5% of people were unable to contact their practice the last time they tried
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/bedford-patients-have-among-the-worst-experiences-at-gp-practices-in-england-4584627
A Bedford nurse has reunited with the football whose life she saved with CPR after he collapsed on the way to a match
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/bedford-nurse-reunites-with-football-fan-whose-life-she-saved-with-cpr-4583103
Bedford chartered accountant becomes best-selling author with new book: It’s filled with inspiration, tips and advice from women from varied backgrounds ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/business/bedford-chartered-accountant-becomes-best-selling-author-with-new-book-4599496
Headline sponsor needed for Bedford Charity Show for World Suicide Prevention Day
bedfordtoday.co.uk/community/headline-sponsor-needed-for-bedford-charity-show-for-world-suicide-prevention-day-4604661
This 17th century former coach house near Bedford is like something from George Clarke's Remarkable Renovations
bedfordtoday.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/this-17th-century-former-coach-house-near-bedford-is-like-something-from-george-clarkes-remarkable-renovations-4600671
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MOM investigating convenience store chain Emart24 after former employees go unpaid
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/emart24-mom-investigating-possible-offences-under-employment-act-4262781
One in 10 Bedford households in fuel poverty: Figures show more than 7,600 households were living in fuel poverty
bedfordtoday.co.uk/business/consumer/cost-of-living/one-in-10-bedford-households-in-fuel-poverty-4606092
Bedford insurance company raises more than £46k for hospice charity in one year: The company will be in the Dragon Boat race again this year
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/bedford-insurance-company-raises-more-than-ps46k-for-hospice-charity-in-one-year-4585114
Carer with a ‘Heart of Gold’ shortlisted in Providers Prestigious Awards: Emilia Beer, the Care Manager at Blakelands Lodge care home in Marston Moretaine ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/health/carer-with-a-heart-of-gold-shortlisted-in-providers-prestigious-awards-4587540
Bedford resident fulfils dream of publishing her first novel: Writing a book was one of things she wanted to do to celebrate being 60
bedfordtoday.co.uk/arts-and-culture/books/bedford-resident-fulfils-dream-of-publishing-her-first-novel-4592119
17 states sue EEOC over rule giving employees abortion accommodations in Pregnant Workers act
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/25/eeoc-sued-pregnant-worker-fairness-act-abortion-rule/73461970007/
Flitwick Scout community join forces for hedge planting event thanks to £11k grant funding
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/flitwick-scout-community-join-forces-for-hedge-planting-event-thanks-to-ps11k-grant-funding-4591917
Huge knife found hidden near primary school in Bedford: Officers disposed of it in knife bin
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/huge-knife-found-hidden-near-primary-school-in-bedford-4587382
Paid articlePaid Conservative candidate for Bedford and Kempston welcomes £1.1m Health Tech investment
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Paid articlePaid Bedford by-election: Lib Dem candidate says supporting communities is key: Riverfield ward by-election is on May 2
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Demi Mabbitt: young woman, 25, killed in Merthyr Tydfil fatal collision named as family pay tribute to 'the most kind gentle soul'
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Police release CCTV image of man they want to speak to following two assaults in Bedford nightclub
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‘Fair City’ stars ‘feel expendable’ as RTÉ show stops filming over summer, Dáil committee will hear
independent.ie/irish-news/fair-city-stars-feel-expendable-as-rte-show-stops-filming-over-summer-dail-committee-will-hear/a547502209.html
Bedford man takes the helm at The Wheelchair Alliance: “It’s a huge honour to be taking on this important role”
bedfordtoday.co.uk/business/bedford-man-takes-the-helm-at-the-wheelchair-alliance-4603273
Paid articlePaid Drug dealers convicted after student officers uncover Bedford cannabis factories: They found a man hiding in the van
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Paid articlePaid Bedford house prices increased in February with owners of terraced houses seeing biggest rise
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Donald Trump’s empty promises on jobs: The policies of the Trump administration played an important role in this decline of U.S. manufacturing capacity and ...
thehill.com/opinion/4595225-donald-trumps-empty-promises-on-jobs/
Bedford council has said it's on track to hit target cutting waste sent to landfill
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/politics/council/bedford-council-on-track-to-hit-target-cutting-waste-sent-to-landfill-4585861
Bedford Foodbank severs links with charity that has raised donations of more than £50k
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/people/bedford-foodbank-severs-links-with-charity-that-has-raised-donations-of-more-than-ps50k-4588286
UAE: Can a wife work but stay under her husband's sponsorship? - News | Khaleej Times
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After prison, he promised never to let his mom down again. Now he helps others with reentry.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/20/prison-incarceration-release-housing-jobs-reentry/73374083007/
Parents welcome to Kiddi Caru Day Nurseries’ spring open day in Bedford: It’s this Saturday
bedfordtoday.co.uk/education/parents-welcome-to-kiddi-caru-day-nurseries-spring-open-day-in-bedford-4593089
Three people have been arrested over a string of armed robberies in Luton, Bedford and Dunstable
bedfordtoday.co.uk/news/crime/three-people-have-been-arrested-over-a-string-of-armed-robberies-in-luton-bedford-and-dunstable-4582555
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Kenyan youth prefer to be own boss, only 13 per cent want to be hired: Access to credit is a major barrier to actualising dream.
nation.africa/kenya/news/-kenyan-youth-prefer-to-be-own-boss--4569666
More university graduates in China turning to smaller cities for employment: Report
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-university-graduates-smaller-cities-employment-wages-shanghai-beijing-4275211
More Malaysians seeking jobs in Singapore amid weakening ringgit, inflation: Recruiters
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/malaysians-working-jobs-ringgit-inflation-manpower-employment-4265736
Ampthill Town's play-off hopes are fading after another loss to Letchworth Garden City Eagles
bedfordtoday.co.uk/sport/football/ampthill-towns-play-off-hopes-are-fading-after-another-loss-to-letchworth-garden-city-eagles-4585159
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