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May 1, 2021

There are two main types of school systems available for families moving to London. State schools, which are funded by the government (and therefore free), and Independent or fee paying schools.  Apart from the cost, what are the differences?…

April 2, 2021

There are a wide variety of utility suppliers out there, and many factors to consider when choosing one. The wrong choice can lead to unfair utility bills, tricky exit fees and hidden costs that you might not be aware of but finding the right company that can offer a good deal in the long-term may take quite a bit of research…

October 14, 2020

We British love our Sunday roasts!  These usually consist of roasted meat with potatoes and vegetables, covered in gravy.  The most British of meats is beef (which is why the French call us ‘rosbifs’, but that’s a different story)…

September 28, 2020

It’s not just younger people emigrating to Australia and New Zealand these days, or executives heading to the US or Hong Kong. We can all move abroad if we want to – at least until the end of the EU transition period – and around 40% of the hundreds of thousands of Brits moving to Spain and Portugal are retired…

August 1, 2020

When you rent your home, the building isn’t yours. If a wall falls down it’s the landlord’s responsibility to pay for it to be repaired. As a renter, all you need to worry about are your possessions which means you only need a home contents insurance policy…

February 1, 2020

The Wimbledon Tennis Championships, commonly known as simply ‘Wimbledon’, is another great British institution. The first Wimbledon championship took place back in 1877, making it the oldest tennis tournament in […]

February 14, 2019

For some UK citizens, living abroad for a couple of years can be very tempting.  An exciting adventure, a chance of a lifetime, a fantastic opportunity to try something new.   If you want to buy a property when you return, however, it can cause a few problems…

January 24, 2019

If there is one thing us Brits are known for, it’s having a sense of humour. This is just as well given some of the name calling that has happened over the years. We have been called many things – here are just a few of them…

December 23, 2018

The UK is such a great place to travel with your dog, wonderful places to explore, some fantastic country side to walk in and many many delightful pubs to have a well-earned post walk rest but how easy is it to get to places like France or Ireland with your dog in tow?

October 29, 2018

In the United Kingdom – or even just in London alone, there are countless ISPs to choose from so which one to pick can be a minefield. Here are some of the most important things to help you make the decision…

October 3, 2018

You’ve been living in the UK for a while and you love it here so much you want to make it official and become one of us. You may be able to apply for British Citizenship but before you do, there are many requirements you need to fulfil. This article should give you an insight…

August 29, 2018

The UK is a country that adores animals. Brits take care of their pets as if they were a member of the family, sometimes even better. London, in particular, is a very dog-friendly city. If you’re thinking about relocating to London with your furry friend, read on…

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