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Wednesday 7th May 2008

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Heating oil pump

Record Prices

With oil prices hit a record high, Simon's been talking to a viewer who is worried about re-filling her heating oil tank.

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Houses

HIPs Latest

We find out what is happening with Home Information Packs.

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Horse

Small Business

Rob speaks to a single mum of five who has been helped by a new scheme to start her horse homeopathy business.


Easyjet plane taking off

Rising Costs

Rachel looks into Easyjet's first-half losses more than trebling as the price of oil soars.

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Markets

Markets News

Plus Adam with the latest news from the markets.


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