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Time to stop the hand wringing

The big issues of the week leading up to this month’s BV publication have been the Windsor Framework and the Cost of Living (neatly...

Not quite so discontented yet

The Windsor Framework isn’t just good news for businesses, says MP Simon Hoare. It shows a return to adult politics and better relationships I am...

The BV talks to Tim Laycock and gets the inside track on the Council Tax levy

The third and final episode of February's BV podcast - in this episode Jenny gets to listen to the wonderful Tim Laycock's Random 19...

Strikes are another learning opportunity

As parents of two kids in primary school, it’s fair to say that the teachers strikes are inconvenient for me and my partner. For...

A New Year revolution is on my wishlist

The Prime Minister (Rishi Sunak as I write …) has laid out the government’s resolutions for the coming year, listing five issues they’re determined...

Please can we just STOP the same-old?

The clarion call has gone up for “prosperity and the nation” in order to inspire us all with confidence in this government’s aims and...

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Donkeys: charming mischief

Donkeys are a frequently misunderstood desert animal, says Sally Cooper, owner of Mr Pebbles, the man-donkey who steals hearts as well as glasses The time...

The BV puzzles – January 2026

Welcome to January's BV Puzzles page – your free spot for a quick brain workout. Complete the crossword, test your logic with a classic...

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