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Tuesday 6th May 2008

Here is a sneak preview of our plans for the programme.

We've also added useful links and further information for some of the stories.

Watch us live on BBC2 at 12.30pm (at 1.30pm on Wednesdays) or soon after on the BBC iPlayer.



Post box

Postal Services

Rachel looks into why an independent review says more choice in the postal system is providing "no significant benefits" for households or small businesses.

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Houses

Double Whammy

Nik talks to one viewer who ended up having to pay fees to two estate agents for one house sale.


Rob

Slice of Tradition

Rob goes to the last traditional "hole in the wall" oatcake shop in Stoke on Trent which is threatened by a new development.


Cartoon babies

Saving Vouchers

Simon finds out how more parents are taking up Child Trust Funds.


Markets

Markets News

Plus Adam with the latest news from the markets.


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