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Black History Month Special: An Evening with Legacy Consultants will feature live entertainment, speeches, and panel discussions
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Fortis Academy unveils open events for prospective pupils
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Practising self-compassion: the impact of being kind to yourself
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Getting up and active: How to move your body in ways that suit you this autumn
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Whether it’s cycling to work or putting some music on while you do your chores, Birmingham City Council are encouraging people to get moving in ways that make them happy
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Get on the property ladder and experience countryside living with shared ownership at the Coppice
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The Coppice development is located at the edge of the popular village of Brimfield, in the heart of Herefordshire
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Older people in Birmingham are invited to improve their online skills over a cuppa
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BT is offering free online support to people aged 65+ at its 'BTea Room' this September
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See what Hamstead Hall Academy has to offer at annual open evening
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Parents and carers have trusted Hamstead Hall for 50 years - and now you can find out why
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Book now for the ultimate Christmas party experience at NEC Birmingham
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Saltley Academy to hold open evening for prospective pupils
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The school prepares pupils for adult life, as respectful and responsible citizens in multicultural Britain
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Get two free tickets for Grand Designs Live at NEC Birmingham
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The BOA Stage & Screen Production Academy open day is on Wednesday, October 11
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UK households to get £130 paid directly into bank accounts for cost of living
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32,000 households will benefit with more than £4 million worth of support is on its way to thousands of eligible households in Nottinghamshire from Nottinghamshire County Council to help cover the costs of food and energy bills this winter.
UK households to get £25 paid directly into bank accounts within days
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UK homes could be entitled to £25 payouts amid the Cold Weather Payment scheme, which is back from the government and Department for Work and Pensions.
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All drivers have to do is sign up for the Halfords Club, the Money Saving Expert star revealed on Tuesday as he returned to the ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show from 8pm til 9pm.
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