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Chamber warns that a sharp inflation rise will add to price pressure for East Midlands businesses

The East Midlands Chamber has said with inflation having risen to 3% in January, businesses could begin raising prices.

19 February 2025 3

You never know who is listening to you – hiccup…

Once the microphone is switched on, a presenter can lay themselves open to whatever happens in those few moments but one Erewash Sound presenter found that even a late night show isn't off peak enough to prevent him from having an unfortunate moment reported upon by local media.

18 February 2025 26

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A Borough Council commitment to the environment grows with West Park tree planting

Erewash Borough Council is demonstrating its ongoing commitment to environmental enhancement by planting new trees in West Park, Long Eaton this month.

18 February 2025 43

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East Midlands unemployment falls but concerns over higher hiring costs remain

Unemployment among over 16s in the region has dropped to 4% but the impact of additional costs like increased National Insurance contributions could lead to lower recruitment says East Midlands Chamber.

18 February 2025 5

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New rail watchdog to give passengers a voice and hold railway to account

Plans for a landmark bill to rewire Britain’s railways, including setting up a powerful passenger watchdog to give passengers a voice and hold train operators to account have been unveiled by the Government today (Tuesday 18th February).

18 February 2025 6

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Residents urged to contribute to PCC’s new meeting

Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts is inviting people to help initiate discussion at her next scrutiny meeting focusing on drug dealing and substance misuse.

17 February 2025 11

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Town Centre delays after shop frontage hit and run

Police officers in Ilkeston are working to trace the driver of a car which badly damaged a shop frontage in the town centre.

17 February 2025 32

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Motor service and spares firm supports local talent development with DCG

In celebration of the recent National Apprenticeship Week, a local branch of a national car spares and service chain has welcomed more apprentices, as part of a commitment to developing future talent in the automotive and retail sectors.

17 February 2025 2

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