The Deposit Scheme in London – the tenant’s friend

Many of you might think that the Deposit Scheme is just the next bureaucratic, useless feature on your tenancy contract. However, think again, The Deposit Scheme is actually your best friend and your best bet if you want to see your deposit ever, again. Landlords in London have become ruthless and greedy, and they won’t [...]

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Dentists and London – the true story

Most people find it difficult to take care of their dental health once they start living in London. The truth is – dentists in this city are super expensive. There are 2 options of course – private and NHS dental care. Each one has its pros and cons. NHS Dentists – they charge a set [...]

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London – your life under CCTV

  Driving around London and the M4 it hit me – there are so many cameras in this city, it is absurd. The people who will jump straight up and bring up the security issue – I will just say ‘I Know’, however this post is not about terrorism, this is about a life under [...]

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The CAB – how does it help

The Citizens Advice Bureau is a very useful resource for everyone. The moment you are registered in your apartment as an official tenant you can use the CAB services. The services are free of charge and cover a wide range of information such as Immigration, Contract disputes, Employment issues and so on. Most likely, you [...]

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Bringing your car to the UK

I will start with the obvious — they drive on the wrong side of the road but I am sure you already know that. London has some of the weirdest rules in the world when it comes to driving. Many drivers will be amazed by the amount of signs (unknown in any other country), amount [...]

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E-coli outbreak – Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment

It is sad to see what the E-coli bacteria has done to people. However, the crazier thing is that the press keeps on spreading panic amongst people all over Europe, and nobody gives comprehensive advice as to what are the initial symptoms, and what can you really do to prevent contamination. News agents say that [...]

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Your health and London

Although London is a great city, it can hold some risks for your health, especially if you are used to a more sunny and welcoming climate. The Brits are quiet used to the gloomy climate of their island and they rarely show any intolerance towards it, however for some expats the climate change can be [...]

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Getting started – your NI number

When you come to London, and you are ready to work, you need to get an NI – National Insurance Number. This stays with you for the rest of your life, even if you decide to move out of the UK and come back 20 years later.  To get an NI number, you need to [...]

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How to register with a GP

When arriving in London, you need to register with a GP in the first few weeks. It is not compulsory but it is recommended that you do so as soon as possible. This is a free service for everyone who is residing in the UK. You need to go to NHS website and find your nearest [...]

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Where to find some great food when going out

I love a great meal, so it has turned into a bit of a quest finding some good places to eat without them charging an arm and a leg. One of the greatest places I have been recently is Rodizio Rico – a great Brazilian Restaurant. Living in London can leave you crave well prepared [...]

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