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Why is the electricity price so high when nuclear, wind and solar is so much cheaper to produce?
It’s all about the price of gas used to fire up power stations to supplement nuclear and wind capacity. This is called marginal pricing. It is a market place for times gone by. It needs changing. What is marginal pricing and the “merit order”? Marginal pricing refers to electricity prices being set by the variable… Read more
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Application for a sex establishment licence – Heaven in Newmarket
As a West Suffolk Councillor I have a responsibility to my ward and to the district more widely. An example of this is the need for sex establishments to have a licence. Such an establishment has an impact in many ways on many people. If they must exist then I believe they need to be… Read more
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What your electrical appliances are likely to cost you.
I found this on the internet. I don’t know how accurate it is but it seems reasonable and might be of some help. Making some adjustments might make a big difference to our bills. Look at the difference between LED and normal light bulbs? The amount of energy used is a factor of: • The… Read more
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Cavendish fete – a real success and a demonstration of fantastic community spirit. And I had a go at bell ringing!
Cavendish did themselves proud today. A fabulous fete set in the pretty village of Cavendish. It was well organised, lots of free parking a short walk away and plenty going on. I was able to catch up with a number of people that I have been helping. My mum and wife both enjoyed themselves immensely.… Read more
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Rural Coffee Caravan – Suffolk based charity supporting rural communities
Lovely to chat with Diana, one of the staff, from the Rural Coffee Caravan at Cavendish fete. They provide a warm welcome, lots of advice and a cup of coffee all completely free although donations are always welcome. The caravan roves around the county spreading kindness and community in an attempt to drive out loneliness… Read more
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The Community Chest funding round for 2023-24 is now open – get your thinking hats on!!!
Community Chest funding supports voluntary and community groups who make a contribution to improving the quality of life for people in West Suffolk. Funded activities must help deliver the Families and Communities Approach and Families and Communities Strategy and eligibility criteria apply. The minimum amount that can be applied for is £2,500. This funding can… Read more
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Nick Clarke 