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The Bank of Dave returns

Issue 1648

The Bank of Dave returns

Burnley’s Dave Fishwick took on payday lenders such as Wonga and won, offering not only money but hands-on advice. The new Netflix film Bank of Dave 2 celebrates his Dave vs Goliath win against the loan sharks, but he says community banks like his are needed more than ever.

Also inside

  • UK landlords are threatening to sell up en masse. What does this mean for renters?
  • James Acaster is letting go of insecurities – and finding something profound
  • Author Harlan Coben created worlds in his head as a kid and he’s turned that into an incredible career
  • Social media is rotting our brains. But fear not, there are ways to prevent that happening.
  • Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor’s role in Nickel Boys has her tipped for a second Oscar nod. But she’s still camera shy.
  • And Sam Oates, who sells the magazine in Bideford, is usually joined on his pitch by his dog Demi, who has become a local favourite

Plus much more!

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