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Monday, March 16, 2026

How a charity founded by farmers' wives helps children in the Borders

The Borders group, set up to help youngsters in "dire need", says demand for its services is still high.

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Alcohol-free beer and pet grooming used to measure inflation

Houmous and motorhomes are also added to the basket of goods and services used to chart the rising cost of living.

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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Thinking Allowed

Living with debt - and has inequality become ingrained? Laurie Taylor hears new research.

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How the Iran war may affect your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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Saturday, March 14, 2026

Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash

Politicians are furious Churchill will be replaced on banknotes. The RSPCA wants rats and pigeons to feature.

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Heating oil support 'needs to be delivered now'

Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at "different options" to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills.

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Iran war fuel price hikes 'put our firm at risk'

Drivers and businesses say the rising price of fuel is putting their livelihoods at risk.

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How a charity founded by farmers' wives helps children in the Borders

The Borders group, set up to help youngsters in "dire need", says demand for its services is still high. from BBC News https://i...