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And here is the verdict on the #Budget from MP @iansollom.bsky.social

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Opinion: Liberal Democrat MP Ian Sollom says Chancellor’s Autumn Budget is a disappointment
The MP for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire says it was a golden opportunity missed.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Here's what the #Cambridge region made of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ #Budget, including reaction from our MPs

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November 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Plus: Is Coldhams Lane next in line for traffic restrictions? #Cambridge Science Park revamp. Petition on IB funding goes to No 10. Wimpole's stunning light trail. Panto marks
@artstheatrecamb.bsky.social reopening. @lewisherbert.bsky.social's pandemic diary & novelists' concerns over #AI
paulbrackleyci.bsky.social Paul Brackley @paulbrackleyci.bsky.social · 9h
In @cambridgeindy.bsky.social the closing arguments in #Cambourne to #Cambridge busway inquiry, a feature on new reservoir plans & why we could face 2026 drought, Sir Ed Davey on @arthurrankhospice.bsky.social funding & we talk to rail minister about Cambridge East station plans
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November 26, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Contractors have removed wires from a newly-installed dead wood habitat in Cambridge after concerns were raised.
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Why contractors had to think again after installing bizarre dead wood feature in Cambridge park
The habitat is part of the authority’s environmental improvement programme.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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East Anglian Air Ambulance has applied for a new airbase as it is currently based at Cambridge Airport, which Marshall plans to close in the coming years

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East Anglian Air Ambulance applies for new airbase amid Cambridge Airport closure plans
Charity wants to open new site in Fulbourn.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Burglars stole a safe and smashed slot machines at the Royal British Legion club in #Histon

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Burglars steal safe and smash slot machines at Royal British Legion club
Detectives are appealing for witnesses.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Masked ram-raiders stole a safe from a Bar Hill bookmakers

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Masked ram-raiders steal safe from Bar Hill bookmakers
Police were called just after 10pm.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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£80m plans for North #Cambridge - including Arbury Court and Kingsway - are now out for consultation

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Chance to have a say on £80m plans for North Cambridge
More than 400 homes could be built and Arbury Court shopping and community facilities developed.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Here's our gallery from the Christmas in #Cambridge attraction on Parker's Piece: www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/whats-on/in-...
In pictures: Christmas in Cambridge is a winter wonderland
New attractions this year include dodgems and a larger Christmas tipi.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Can the Greens win #Cambridge? @philrodgers.co.uk analyses their prospects...

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Phil Rodgers: Can the Greens win Cambridge? They’ve moved from ‘no’ into ‘maybe’ territory
Our political correspondent, Phil Rodgers, says there is some way to go to the next General Election but the Greens are firmly in ‘maybe’ territory.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Plans to redevelop the Abbey stadium have been halted by @cambridgeutdfc.bsky.social - and the co-owner says a new ground is a more sensible financial option

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‘We should be open-minded about potential relocation’ says Cambridge co-owner
Cambridge United co-owner Paul Barry has told supporters their long-term future seems certain to be away from the Abbey.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Passengers have been warned of further delays on the #Cambridgeshire guided busway during the installation of safety fencing

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Commuters warned of further delays on guided busway during safety fence work
Some buses will be diverted during the works.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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Here are the Christmas fairs to choose from in and around #Cambridge, #Ely and South #Cambridgeshire

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Christmas fair options in and around Cambridge
The events should help get you in the festive spirit.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Here are some verdicts on the latest #EastWestRail proposals for a new #Cambridge East railway station and another entrance for the main station

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Five verdicts on East West Rail plans for new Cambridge East station
The multi-billion pound project aims to connect Cambridge and Oxford.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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A two-year extension of Voi's e-scooter and e-bike trial in #Cambridge is on the cards - but there are calls to solve parking issues

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Two-year extension of e-scooter and e-bike trial in Cambridge backed - but calls to solve parking issues
Final decision will be taken by Combined Authority board.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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A drop-in event is taking place today to discuss redevelopment plans for Stanton House in #Cambridge

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Drop-in event over redevelopment plans for Stanton House in Cambridge
Cambridge City Council moved residents out of the ageing buildings at Stanton House in June 2024.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Plus: the bus service costing £180 per passenger, e-scooter extension, more busway delays, pic specials on Christmas in #Cambridge on Parker's Piece & Anglesey Abbey's Snowman trail, guide to festive fairs & @philrodgers.co.uk on whether the Greens can win in Cambridge
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In this week's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social - updated
#EastWestRail plans inc a new #Cambridge East station. How
The Crown Estate hopes to transform Business Park for entire community. And consultation starts on £80m regeneration of North Cambridge. Plus Big Switch On pic special
Cambridge Independent front page November 19-25, 2025
November 19, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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New #Cambridge East station proposed as part of #EastWestRail

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New Cambridge East station proposed as part of East West Rail
A new eastern entrance to the Cambridge’s central station is also proposed.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a series of mobile phone thefts in Cambridge.

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Arrest made in connection with spate of mobile phone thefts in Cambridge
Police carried out a warrant in Cambridge on Monday (17 November).
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November 18, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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International arrests have been made in a #Cambridge linked slavery and trafficking investigation

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International arrests in Cambridge-linked slavery and trafficking investigation
The investigation relates to the trafficking of 21 women into the UK.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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A Closure order has been issued for a #Cambridge home after frequent reports of anti-social behaviour, violence and drug misuse

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Closure order for Cambridge home after frequent reports of anti-social behaviour, violence and drug misuse
The order was issued after a successful application from Cambridgeshire Constabulary.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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A crash on the M11 southbound has led to delays this morning

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Traffic builds as crash closes lane on M11 southbound
Police have confirmed that no-one was injured.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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The Mumford Pitch - an all-weather floodlit pitch for @cam.ac.uk teams and the wider community to use - has been officially opened in #Cambridge

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All-weather sports pitch for students and wider community opened by University of Cambridge
The Mumford Pitch represents first phase of redevelopment at the Grange Road ground.
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November 16, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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‘Hostile’ eyes in South #Cambridgeshire roadside littering posters under fire for impact on those who have suffered trauma

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‘Hostile’ eyes in roadside littering posters under fire for impact on those who have suffered trauma
‘Intimidating, masculine eyes staring’ with no context are causing anxiety, say critics.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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The Big Switch On of the Christmas lights takes place in #Cambridge on Sunday. Here's our guide to what's on throughout the day in the city centre and Grand Arcade

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Our guide to the Big Switch On in Cambridge 2025: The full line-up as Christmas lights go on in city
Christmas in Cambridge winter wonderland has also been launched.
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November 15, 2025 at 1:59 PM