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DWP issues new guidance on bank checks under fraud prevention measures
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published new guidance explaining what banks and financial institutions may be asked to check under new benefit Eligibility Verification powers
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19th century home with its own gym and swimming pool that's right next to the A14
If you are in a position to splash the cash, this Grade II listed home could be yours
Ofsted says children ‘not consistently achieving well’ at Cambridgeshire nursery
The report also recognised that children have "close relationships with their key person"
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Former RAF base used by the US during D-Day that's now a museum
Military enthusiasts may find it worth a day trip away from Cambridgeshire
Seven adorable dogs looking for their forever home in Cambridgeshire
There are many different breeds of dog who are on the hunt for their forever home
Two new compulsory driving tests proposed for over-70s in England
The Labour government is consulting on two new tests — a cognitive assessment and mandatory eyesight checks — for six million older drivers in England.
Nationwide customers could see £500 paid into their accounts with 'outstanding' deal
Moneyfactscompare.co.uk has highlighted Nationwide's first-time buyer mortgage among this week's most notable new financial products, rated by personal finance experts
New bus gates set to close off residential roads to traffic in Cambs city
The bus gates would create a 'shortcut' for public transport
The Cambridgeshire village where the largest-ever discovery of Bronze Age swords and axes was made
More than 6,500 well-preserved Bronze Age items were discovered in the village
Living on Ekin Road estate is like being ‘in the Lord of the Flies’ for remaining residents
Cambridge City Council is planning to redevelop the estate.
Cambridge among worst places for shoplifting as offences soar amid national 'epidemic'
More than 7,000 shoplifting offences were recorded by police in Cambridgeshire in 2025
Asbestos found at Cambridgeshire skate park
A parish council was informed about the concerns by a resident who independently tested samples of soil
Cambridgeshire livestock keepers banned following animal welfare prosecution
They were prosecuted by Trading Standards.
Developer accused of 'making a mockery' after rolling back pledge to fund local services
The developer said it was no longer possible to deliver the promised nine affordable homes and £50,000 towards local services
158 jobs at risk as Marshall Land Systems plans to switch production from Cambridge to Wales
It follows its sale to an Indigenous Canadian investment firm last year.
Mum who fell headfirst into sea defence rocks as tide was coming in could have been saved
Saffron Cole-Nottage fell headfirst into sea defence rocks as the tide was coming in
Police update after huge fire destroys derelict Haverhill school
Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the fire
Marshall defence company planning move from Cambridge to Wales
The phased transition is due to begin in summer 2026
425 homes to be built in Cambridgeshire town after plans given green light
The proposed development will include playing fields and children's play areas
'Largely derelict' land at Cambridge school on the market for £7.5 million
The land hasn't been used for five years, according to a spokesperson for the school