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Government forcing a “Cost of Living with COVID Crisis” on those that care

The Liberal Democrats have warned that the government's decision to scrap free COVID tests and the £500 self-isolation support package will push the cost of COVID onto Bedford Borough residents who are already experiencing a cost of living crisis. As many as 16,039 residents in Bedford Borough are now facing costs of over £500 a year to take regular tests and visit vulnerable relatives.

23 Feb 2022
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