Wednesday 7th February 2018

Since the 2008 financial crisis, which saw countless banks and businesses go bust, the world has been in a state of recovery.

The UK's recovery in particular has been fairly slow, and the country is still a long way off from enjoying the same levels of prosperity that it did before the crisis. Despite the government aiming to reduce the UK deficit, household debt has actually been on the rise. Here are some of the main reasons for this.

Student Loans

Since the tuition fee cap was raised from £3,000 per year to £9,000, the majority of students have had to rely on a student loan to pay for their university tuition. This has undoubtedly contributed towards household debt, and it could well be the case that tuition fee caps continue to rise in the future.

Whilst students do not have to start paying back their debt until they earn over £21,000, some also take out short term loans whilst at university, increasing their debt further, and contributing to overall household debt in the country.

Stagnant Wages

It is no secret that UK wage growth has been unimaginably poor in recent years, and this poor growth is set to continue into the future. With wages now buying far less, it is no surprise that consumer spending is down. With less spending power coming from wages, it is only natural for people to turn to credit to buy the products they need.

Should wage growth pick up, though, it is likely that this reliance on credit will decrease, and people will be able to pay off their debts with greater ease. For now, however, many risk their debts spiralling out of control if they rely on credit too much.

Brexit

The general economic uncertainty which has pervaded the UK since it voted to leave the EU in 2016 has meant that the country faces an uphill struggle financially. With employers and businesses across the country unsure as to how their prospects may look after the departure from the EU, many households have seen their overall finances decline.

If this uncertainty continues for some time, then it is likely that households will continue to borrow in order to weather the Brexit storm. Once a clearer picture emerges from Brexit negotiations, though, there may well be a surge in confidence for business owners and households alike, which may help to offset the effects of the current uncertainty.

These are just some of the reasons that household debt in the UK has been steadily rising over the last years. Reducing this reliance on credit will certainly take time, but it is possible, and will most likely start by stimulating productivity in the economy and encouraging wage growth in the near future.

OTHER STORIES

WHAT DID WE LEARN FROM THE UK'S FIRST QUARTERLY REPORT OF 2018? -
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2018 IS SET TO BECOME THE YEAR
OF E-COMMERCE -
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THE 'GAMIFICATION' OF ONLINE SLOTS -
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WHY IT MIGHT BE
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IS CHESTERFIELD'S TOWN CENTRE ENJOYING A RENAISSANCE? -
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CHESTERFIELD'S REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY -
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ARMISTICE DAY IS HONOURED IN CHESTERFIELD -
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CHESTERFIELD REMEMBERS THE FALLEN -
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More & Video...

LOCAL AND BRITISH HIGH STREETS SEE SHARP DECLINE IN SHOPPERS -
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LOCAL INDUSTRIES CONCERNED BY LEAKED POST BREXIT IMMIGRATION PLANS -
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TESCO SUFFERS LOSSES, BUT HOW CAN IT RESPOND? AN ANALYSIS -
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FARMER EILEEN CELEBRATES HER 100th BIRTHDAY WITH CARE HOME PARTY -
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75 YEARS MARRIED FOR HOLMEWOOD RESIDENTS JACK & MURIEL GEORGE -
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MARKHAM VALE McDONALD'S INTRODUCES TABLE SERVICE & MORE -
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intu DERBY STARTS SEARCH FOR TRUE 'SHINING STAR' THIS CHRISTMAS -
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BBC TVs ANTIQUES SHOW 'FLOG IT' IS COMING TO BARROW HILL, CHESTERFIELD -
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SEVERN TRENT RECRUITS LARGEST EVER NUMBER OF APPRENTICES -
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LOCAL SPECIALISTS TEAM UP FOR INTERNATIONAL
REFIT BUSINESS -
A Chesterfield marine equipment specialist has joined forces with a Southampton superyacht yard to launch a new initiative for international customers. More...

ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY REFLECTS ON DERBYSHIRE VISIT -
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BHS GROUP TO BE WOUND DOWN -
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LEGENDARY FLYING SCOTSMAN'S 'FLYING' VISIT TO CHESTERFIELD -
Hundreds of people lined the route as the Flying Scotsman passed through Chesterfield over the weekend.
More & Audio...

1,759 FIRST AIDERS BREAK A WORLD RECORD AT THE PROACT -
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More & Audio...

AFTER THE CRAG MARTIN IN THE SPIRE, ANOTHER RARE BIRD VISITS THE AREA -
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A £1.17m LOTTERY BOOST FOR BARROW HILL RAILWAY ROUNDHOUSE -
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STAGECOACH IS SUPPORTING DISABLED ACCESS DAY -
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More...

IRWIN MITCHELL
ARE INSTRUCTED
TO INVESTIGATE MESOTHELIOMA
APPEAL -
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COMMUNITY FUNDING OF DERBYSHIRE'S VOLUNTARY HOSPITALS TALK -
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WORLD RECORD
FIRST AID LESSON ATTEMPT AT THE PROACT WITH CSALS -
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TV STARDOM FOR CHESTERFIELD TEEN -
A teenager from Chesterfield has been selected from thousands of young people across the country to be one of the faces of a national advertising campaign.
More...

A CHEAPER 'TICKET TO RIDE' FOR CHESTERFIELD CHILDREN -
Bus travel for children and young people in Chesterfield will be cheaper from next week following the launch of a special offer ticket. More...

BRAIN CANCER CONCERNS AT FORMER STAVELEY CHEMICAL PLANT -
Widows of four brain cancer victims have joined together and contacted Trade Union Safety Team, (TRUST) to help them find answers to their late husband's deaths. More...

CORRIE STAR KYM MARSH VISITS NEW QUEEN'S PARK SPORTS CENTRE -
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More & Audio...

SPECIALIST ELDERLY AND DEMENTIA CARE HOME OPENS IN DRONFIELD -
A new state of the art elderly and dementia care home has opened its doors in Dronfield thanks to funding support from Royal Bank of Scotland.
More...

SHAUN HALL OF MARK LEESON IS MIDLANDS HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR 2015 -
Shaun Hall, Manager of Mark Leeson salon in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, has been crowned 2015 Midlands Hairdresser of the Year at the British Hairdressing Awards. More...

CHESTERFIELD DUO WILL HAVE THE 'X FACTOR' THIS WEEKEND -
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ALL 'SETT' FOR DERBYSHIRE'S BADGERS WITH
BEN FOGLE ON ITV -
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More...

SUBWAY @ CHESTERFIELD'S TESCO EXTRA - THE GRAND OPENING -
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THINKING OF FRIENDS WHO NEVER CAME BACK. ARMISTICE DAY IN CHESTERFIELD -
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WEARING POPPIES WITH PRIDE - CHESTERFIELD REMEMBERS -
Chesterfield residents turned out in their thousands to support and remember the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces throughout the last hundred years and beyond. More & Audio...

CHESTERFIELD
TO REMEMBER
THE FALLEN THIS SUNDAY -
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ANTIQUES ROADSHOW AT BOLSOVER TO BE SCREENED ON 1st NOVEMBER -
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SERCEL ENGLAND
LTD NAMED SMALL
TO MEDIUM BUSINESS
OF THE YEAR -
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ARNOLD CLARK IS NOW RECRUITING!
JOB VACANCIES IN CHESTERFIELD -
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1890 (CHESTERFIELD) SQUADRON HAVE A NEW HOME -
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THE 2015 CHATSWORTH ROAD FESTIVAL IS JUST DAYS AWAY -
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LOCAL SALON OWNER BECOMES GOLDWELL'S GLOBAL AMBASSADOR -
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CHESTERFIELD POST CONTRIBUTOR NOW REPORTING IN THE USA -
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CHESTERFIELD MUSEUM EXHIBITION REMEMBERS TOWN'S VITAL PAST -
Visitors to Chesterfield Museum can remember Chesterfield's retail past in a new exhibition. More...

CHANGES TO BUS TIMETABLES TO IMPROVE SERVICE PUNCTUALITY -
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STAVELEY ARMED FORCES DAY -
The Staveley Armed Forces and Veterans Association will once again 'Fly the Flag' in tribute to military and civilian services personnel at the 2015 Staveley Armed Forces Event. More...

7/7. TEN YEARS ON -
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IBBOTSON'S SCOOP TOP AWARD AT 2015 CHESTERFIELD RETAIL AWARDS -
One of Chesterfield's oldest businesses, Ibbotson's Fresh Quality Produce, has been crowned Retailer of the Year at the 2015 Retail Awards, organised by Destination Chesterfield in association with Learning Unlimited. More...

JOBS IN PIPELINE AS GOULD ALLOYS ANNOUNCES MARKHAM OPENING -
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MORE JOBS AT MARKHAM AS METER PROVIDA ANNOUNCES RELOCATION -
A further 20 new jobs are set to be created at Derbyshire County Council's flagship regeneration site as Chesterfield-based Meter Provida prepare to move to Markham Vale More...

STAGECOACH CHESTERFIELD LAUNCHES ANNUAL GREEN WEEK -
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ART INSTALLATION REMEMBERS CHESTERFIELD STOKERS -
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CHESTERFIELD'S VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE IS HIGHLY COMMENDED -
Chesterfield Visitor Information Centre has been highly commended in a prestigious industry awards ceremony More...

DVLA REGISTRATION AUCTION AT CASA HOTEL SETS NEW £230k RECORD -
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JOB VACANCY - TWO PART TIME RECEPTION & BUSINESS ADMIN POSITIONS -
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CHESTERFIELD COACHING TEAM HONOURED WITH 3 NATIONAL AWARDS -
A team from Stagecoach in Chesterfield's coaching department have been recognised at a national transport awards ceremony. More...

'NOMINATE A NURSE' DAY AT MARK
LEESON IN CHESTERFIELD -
Mark Leeson has launched a campaign to give a fantastic pampering prize at his luxurious salon to the wonderful nurses and carers who work so hard in the local hospitals and community. More...

UK GAMBLING INDUSTRY ON THE RISE -
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WAKE UP AND SMELL THE COFFEE! -
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BUS FARE CHANGES FOR STAGECOACH CHESTERFIELD SERVICES -
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HELP TO STOP THE 'QUIET' DANGER BLIGHTING OUR ROAD SAFETY -
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ARE YOU THIS LADY'S 'GUARDIAN ANGEL'? -
The Chesterfield Post has been contacted by a couple who are looking for a 'Good Samaritan' who aided an elderly visitor to the town in adverse weather conditions. More...

VISIT CHESTERFIELD - AND WIN PRIZES! -
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EYE CANCER TEEN CUTS RIBBON TO OPEN NEW VISION EXPRESS STORE -
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MOTHER'S PRIDE! LOCAL LAD WINS PUB CHAIN'S MOTHER'S DAY COMPETITION -
A local schoolboy is celebrating after winning a competition run by a pub chain to design the logo for their all-important upcoming Mother's Day events. More...

SNOW UPDATES. A LIST OF SCHOOLS, AND OTHER SERVICES AFFECTED -
The forecasted snow has arrived - and it's likely that disruptions will occur for at least today. Updated Regularly. More...

LOCAL JEWELLERS HAS DESIGNS ON REPAIRS AS WORKSHOP OPENS -
The Mayor and Mayoress of Chesterfield were in attendance on Monday morning to open a new phase in the life of local jewellery shop, Green+Benz. More...

STUDENTS PLEDGE 'NEVER AGAIN' FOR HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY -
Chesterfield College hosted a moving and emotional Holocaust Memorial Day event yesterday, to mark the 70th Anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. More...

STAVELEY DEPARTMENT STORE GETS A MAKEOVER AND RE-OPENS -
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SNOW UPDATES. A LIST OF SCHOOLS, BUSES AND OTHER SERVICES AFFECTED -
The snow has arrived- and it's likely that disruptions will occur for at least today. Updated Regularly. More...

BBC's ANTIQUES ROADSHOW TO VISIT BOLSOVER CASTLE THIS SUMMER -
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HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR TO SPEAK AT CHESTERFIELD EVENT -
A Holocaust survivor is to speak at an event in Chesterfield to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. More...

PM ANNOUNCES HUGE BOOST FOR TOURISM AND UP TO 1,300 JOBS IN CHESTERFIELD -
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NEDDC ANNOUNCE NEW ALDI STORE SET FOR ECKINGTON -
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CHESTERFIELD BORN ARTISTS LEAD THE LOCAL NEW YEARS HONOURS LIST -
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CHESTERFIELD
ROADS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT UPDATE AS SNOW ARRIVES -
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APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED FOR NEW RETAIL SITE IN CLAY CROSS -
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47 NEW JOBS ARE AN EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT AT MARKHAM -
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SANTA REALLY IS IN 'WONDERLAND' IN ECKINGTON THIS CHRISTMAS -
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EVERY CAMPAIGNER HELPS!
TESCO BACKS DOWN IN PUB TAKE OVER -
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CAN YOU HELP FIND THE CHESTERFIELD FAMILY OF A YOUNG WWI SOLDIER? -
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ICONIC CHESTERFIELD CHURCH 'BRANCHES OUT' TO CELEBRATE COMMUNITY -
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LIFE IS STILL SWEET FOR CHESTERFIELD APPRENTICE FIRED
BY LORD SUGAR -
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More & Audio...

'STRICTLY' FESTIVE
AS CHESTERFIELD'S CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ARE SWITCHED ON -
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More & Video...

'MOST WANTED'
MARK LEESON
OPENS NEW SALON
IN CHESTERFIELD -
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More & Audio...

CHESTERFIELD PHOTOGRAPHER SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL AWARD -
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TOWN 'STEELS' ITSELF DURING 'MADE IN CHESTERFIELD' WEEK -
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LAUNCH FOR CHESTERFIELD'S LATEST LANDMARK - 'GROWTH' -
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More & Audio...

TRIBUTES PAID TO ESA CENTRE IN CHESTERFIELDS TWIN TOWN OF DARMSTADT-
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"WE HAVE REMEMBERED THEM" CHESTERFIELD HONOURS THE
FALLEN -
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More, Audio & Video...

CHESTERFIELD TOWN TAKES PRIDE IN REMEMBERING -
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LOCAL CHESTERFIELD VETERAN TO MARCH AT THE CENOTAPH IN LONDON -
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CHESTERFIELD REMEMBERS THE DEAD -
Chesterfield residents will come together to remember those who have died in conflicts since 1914. More...

CHESTERFIELD CHURCH AND ROTARY CLUB JOIN FORCES TO SELL POPPIES -
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NEW ROC CAFE IN CHESTERFIELD HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS -
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'COMPUTER SAYS YES' IN CHESTERFIELD JOBCENTRE -
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THE LARGEST FALL
IN UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES SINCE RECORDS BEGAN -
Unemployment has seen the largest annual fall since records began over 40 years ago. More...

CHESTERFIELD APPRENTICE SCOOPS FOUR NATIONAL AWARDS -
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"ALL ABOUT LOVE!" CHESTERFIELD UNVEILS NEW CANNELE TWIST RING-
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More...

FUNERAL PLANS FOR DOWAGER DUCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE ARE ANNOUNCED -
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POSSIBLE STRIKE ACTION MAY HIT
TRAIN SERVICES
THIS WEEKEND -
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BOROUGH COUNCIL SCHEME TO HELP FIRST TIME BUYERS
IS EXTENDED -
A scheme to get house buyers in Chesterfield on the first step of the property ladder is being extended so applicants can buy homes costing up to £150,000. More...

POUNDLAND DOUBLES IT'S VALUE AS NEW STORE OPENS IN CHESTERFIELD -
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DEBORAH, DOWAGER DUCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE DIES, AGED 94 -
Chatsworth has announced that Deborah, Dowager Duchess of Devonshire passed away this morning, Wednesday, September 24th. More...

STAGECOACH BUS DRIVERS BIDDING FOR PASSENGERS VOTES TO WIN STAR TITLE -
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TV STAR VISITS THE PROACT STADIUM
AND TALKS UNKNOWN QUANTITIES -
Jesse McClure, star of Storage Hunters - currently airing on satellite channel Dave - was in town on Friday visiting the PROACT stadium More & Audio...

CASA ADDS UNIQUE WEDDING SPLENDOUR AT WALTON LODGE AND WEDDING FAYRE-
Casa Hotel is adding a further string to its wedding bow by offering weddings at the captivating Walton Lodge as well as staging their own Autumn Wedding Fayre on Sunday 21st September. More...

HIGHWAYS AGENCY WANT YOUR VIEWS
ON PLANNED M1 IMPROVEMENTS -
The Highways Agency has said it is planning to undertake improvements to the M1 through delivering a smart motorway between junctions 28 to 31 and between junctions 32 to 35a. More...

CLARENCE HOUSE ANNOUNCE A NEW ROYAL BABY IS ON THE WAY! -
It's been announced this morning that HRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their second baby. More...

JEWELLERY DESIGNER PAYS HOMAGE TO HER DERBYSHIRE ROOTS -
One local designer, who says the hills and landscapes of her home county - Derbyshire - provides inspiration for her unique creations, is now showcasing her wares in Chesterfield More...

INQUEST RESPONSE TO INSPECTION REPORT ON HMYOI HINDLEY -
The Chief Inspector of Prisons has today published an inspection report on HMYOI Hindley that notes, despite 'significant improvements', Hindley was 'still struggling to keep some of the boys it held safe'. More...

CHESTERFIELD ARMY CADET PASSES OUT FROM SANDHURST MILITARY ACADEMY -
A young cadet from Chesterfield has joined around 200 fellow graduates in a prestigious ceremony as she passed out from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst More...

'FARM TO FORK' ROADSHOW HITS CHESTERFIELD'S TESCO EXTRA -
Tesco customers are being invited TODAY (Friday, 125th August) to the Chesterfield Tesco Extra store at Lockoford Lane, for a 'Farm to Fork' roadshow. More...

THE SHORTLIST FOR THE 2014 FOOD AND DRINK AWARDS IS ANNOUNCED -
24 food and drink businesses have been shortlisted across nine categories in the 2014 Chesterfield Food and Drink Awards, organised in association with Chesterfield College - headline sponsor of the awards for the second year running. More...

FLOODING AND ROAD COLLAPSE CHAOS FOLLOWING HEAVY DOWNPOURS -
Chesterfield was once again left struggling with flooding at major junctions into the town tonight following heavy rain in the early evening. More...

NEW MARKHAM DEVELOPMENT BRINGS FURTHER JOBS BOOST -
A new family pub and restaurant development is to open on Derbyshire County Council's flagship regeneration site bringing 40 jobs to the area. More...

LOCAL MCDONALD'S VOLUNTEERS CLEAN UP CHESTERFIELD SKATE PARK -
Local McDonald's franchisee, Walter Wright and crew from the two restaurants in Chesterfield joined forces to tackle litter in the local skate park situated in-between the two restaurants. More...

DERBYSHIRE COMPANIES URGED TO EXPLORE OMAN AND QATAR -
Forward-thinking local companies are being urged to make the most of business opportunities in some of the fastest growing areas in the world, as export body UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) launch a high profile market visit to Oman and Qatar. More...

HAVE WE GOT A HANDLE ON ONLINE GAMBLING? (GUEST ARTICLE) -
With the World Cup finally ended, sports betting and online gambling in general has been making the headlines for more than a few reasons recently. More...

COUNCILLORS CAMPAIGN FOR
SAFER EXIT FROM WHITTINGTON STORE -
Cllrs David and Paul Stone have been campaigning on behalf of local residents for a clearer and improved view of passing vehicles when cars are exiting the Tescos Store on the High Street at Whittington. More...

NEXT STOP, AWARD WINNING APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME -
Three talented young people are being given the opportunity to join one of the transport industry’s leading engineering apprenticeship programmes. More...

CHESTERFIELD TURNS OUT TO WELCOME HOME THE LANCERS -
The 9/12th Lancers, marched through Chesterfield this morning as part of their homecoming parade after returning from an eight month tour of duty in Afghanistan.
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CHESTERFIELD SOLDIER READY TO PARADE THROUGH HER HOME TOWN -
Soldiers from the 9/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales') are looking forward to marching through the streets of Chesterfield tomorrow - Thursday, 3rd July More...

NEW FOOTBRIDGE IS OPENED AT CHESTERFIELD CANAL FESTIVAL -
The new Constitution Hill Footbridge, built over Chesterfield Canal in Staveley has been officially opened More...