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29th September 2009
Guide to Project Management Qualifications
When you are looking to improve your project management skills or to get qualified, which route should you choose ?
This article describes the main courses and qualification routes
A - Introduction Cour... Read >
Author: Steve Twine28th September 2009
It goes without saying that children and vulnerable adults have become victims if their care is given in the hands of unsuitable people. In a bid to safeguard them, ISA (The Independent Safeguarding Authority) has been introduced. A non-departmental publi... Read >
Author: Article Publisher28th September 2009
The smart meters initiative is something introduced by the UK government to put a technologically advanced monitoring system into all homes that will allow consumers to measure their energy consumption. Who is set to reap the greatest benefit from this sc... Read >
Author: kIM25th September 2009
Which puzzle gives your brain or your kid's brain the best workout ?
SUDOKU, a seemingly simple numbers game that hails from Japan,
has become the biggest and most addictive puzzle craze on the internet, newspaper, magazines, classrooms and even th... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
So the UK Government has had its way on banning smoking in all enclosed public places and places of work. This ban was carried through on the grounds of ensuring a safe working environment for all employees across the country. This ban applies everywhere ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
Since the launch of Child Trust Funds (CTFs) four years ago, new data from HM Revenue & Customs shows that over one million families have not opened one, despite the financial incentive to do so. So why have so many new parents failed to open CTFs?
CT... Read >
Author: MarkeD23rd September 2009
More and more British households are spending a higher percentage of their income on energy costs. According to Tony Lodge of the Bow Group, research shows that the number of households categorised as being in fuel poverty is expected to have almost doub... Read >
Author: wbdoyle23rd September 2009
Most of us feel guilty if we do not take the trouble to wash and sort all those reusable plastics, papers and tins. We do this to avoid throwing them in the bin which then ends up in the landfill sites around the country. But how useful is recycling and c... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
All children deserve to be loved and cared in all ways and parents hold the duty to love them and support their children financially to cover their living and medical expenses. It is therefore necessary to provide the child with the life style and educati... Read >
Author: Mike Kelley16th September 2009
Energy Performance certificate is meant for buildings which are for commercial or domestic properties are built, sold or rented. This means that sellers require them for private sales and landlords need to provide them to prospective tenants. A tenant is ... Read >
Author: Gyan K16th September 2009
August 2009 saw some of the best UK-wide A level results in history, with more than one in four students (26.7 percent) receiving A grades, and an impressive 97.5 percent passing, according to the BBC. However, as the continued increase in students recei... Read >
Author: MarkeD14th September 2009
The UK government has come up with a brilliant idea of safeguarding the future of the kids and vulnerable adults by the hands of criminals through the remarkable ISA registration- Independent Safeguarding Authority. In response to the inquiry being headed... Read >
Author: Article Manager26th August 2009
Transformational leadership theory is all about leadership that creates positive change in the followers whereby they take care of each other's interests and act in the interests of the group as a whole. James MacGregor Burns first brought the concept of ... Read >
Author: Stephen Warrilow11th August 2009
Debt consolidation is one of the buzz words in the financial industry at the moment given the fact that levels of debt are higher than they have ever been before.Removing the fact that the American financial system is in major debt, as is the UK governmen... Read >
Author: Buford Wallace10th August 2009
There is apparently no such thing as a free lunch - so if that's the case, is there such a thing as a free gap year? The UK government launched a scheme last week to provide funding for 500 dole-bound graduates to head off on a 'free' gap year to boost th... Read >
Author: itoi10th August 2009
Compare Cheap Gas & Electricity
The UK has long been in a position to allow domestic consumers to choose who supplies their gas and electricity bills. I say bills, because that is the only change a customer has a choice over. The actual gas and electri... Read >
Author: David Parry04th August 2009
Does the Raleigh graduate bursary award really hope to lower unemployment figures and get people into work quicker? A response from Oliver Bray, a founding director of Xtreme Gap – a gap year company.
This week, According to the Time the UK governm... Read >
Author: Xtreme-Gap03rd August 2009
In January of this year, Geoff Hoon announced that the UK government supported the expansion of Heathrow should BAA continue with proposals to build a new runway by 2015. The new plans see the 2200 metre runway being built to the north of the existing ai... Read >
Author: MarkeD31st July 2009
Residents of the United Kingdom have another debt help option available to them if they fall into a low income demographic. Debt relief orders were designed with the purpose of making it easier and much cheaper for this group to find debt resolution. The... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer27th July 2009
With so many property repossessions occurring in UK, the Government is providing extra funding for free legal advice at courts. The fund which currently stands at £750,000 has been doubled to £1.5 million.
This means that all courts in England now pr... Read >
Author: isxrc17th July 2009
In January this year the UK government introduced the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme (EFG). The EFG replaced the Small Firms Loan Guarantee Scheme (SFLG) with the commitment to helping small businesses raise the funds they require to trade through th... Read >
Author: Derek Cooper16th July 2009
UK manufacturers are turning to interim management providers like Aster Interim to help them free up cash and improve
liquidity during the current recession. Many manufacturing companies are reducing their headcount to cut costs, but a
number of o... Read >
Author: Paul Wilson16th July 2009
Last week you may have read some headlines about the UK government reports that were released containing a few interesting pieces of information. First of it was good to hear that many citizens are making the most of the lower interest rates to overpay on... Read >
Author: DTM16th July 2009
Introduction Courses
1-day Introduction Courses – These cover an overview of the basic principles of project management.
1-day Introduction Courses are suitable for both newcomers to project management and those who have worked on projects but have... Read >
Author: Steve Twine16th July 2009
After seeing economic boom in last few years sudden downfall has shattered the roots of many business institutions. After long persistence of the 'state', Government of England has taken a step towards improving the condition by pumping liquid money in or... Read >
Author: Amelie Eve10th July 2009
The UK is now joining with the whole of Europe in changing the way that our gas and electricity is monitored. New Smart Meters are to replace existing meters across Europe by 2022, with 80 per cent coverage being attained by 2020.
The UK government h... Read >
Author: Daniel Higgins08th July 2009
There can be little doubt that one of the most hotly debated topics in recent years has been the environment – and to what extent human activity over the past century has contributed to global warming.
Indeed, there is still some dispute as to whethe... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton05th July 2009
When it comes to arranging a foreign holiday, travel insurance is a must. Anyone who has fallen ill or had an accident abroad will know that healthcare costs for travellers can be astronomical, and that travel insurance can be a life saver.
The cost of... Read >
Author: Populous04th July 2009
Like all insurance products, travel insurance is something you can choose to do without. But if something should go wrong on your trip, whether it be illness or accident, you will wish you had taken out a policy to cover your medical costs and your possib... Read >
Author: Neon01st July 2009
With the UK housing market at an all-time low, it is not surprising that the construction industry is at the forefront of reform when it comes to adapting to a harsher economic climate. However, with the introduction of a government scheme a year ago and... Read >
Author: MarkeD29th June 2009
Military personals are too busy on urgent duties that they have little time to manage their finances. They get a monthly paycheque that may not last for whole of the month. They are also faced with some financial urgency like timely repaying a bill on ele... Read >
Author: jarenlese26th June 2009
According to HMRC's world famous slogan "Tax doesn't have to be taxing". Yet with 16 pages Standard Tax Calculation Guide and even more 34 pages comprehensive Tax Calculation Guide, this HMRC mantra doesn't seem to be of much help anyways! So now that you... Read >
Author: Article Manager13th June 2009
The financial turmoil of the past 18 months has led to a wave of consolidation in the banking industry, making it even harder to ensure you're not putting all your eggs in one basket.
We take a look at today's banking sector to find out who actually ow... Read >
Author: MarkeD12th June 2009
How double glazing can help reduce your carbon foot print and lower your energy bill.
Green issues and carbon emissions in particular are becoming more and more of a concern to the general public.
Investing in green homes has even become a governmen... Read >
Author: Joel Desvignes12th June 2009
Everyone has to think about putting aside some amount of money for their pension. One very good option is SIPP or Self-Invested Personal Pension. This scheme was brought out by the UK government in 1989 and the intention behind initiating it was to get mo... Read >
Author: sturat11th June 2009
In past few years, the debt management has become very much popular means to resolve people's debt related problems. It is like an involvement of a third party that enables an individual to suppress the burden of his multiple loans. Thus, this management ... Read >
Author: Amelie Eve09th June 2009
In an effort to help car manufacturers make more sales, the UK is trying to start a program that would allow people to scrap a car or truck that's more than nine years old in return for an incentive of 2,000 Pounds toward another new or nearly-new car of ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th June 2009
You might bask in the comfort of warm indoor climate for 365 days when you say ‘I do’ – to cavity insulation process. Yes, actually your home including you can remain unaffected and can be wrapped in the comfortable blanket of warmth while it is chi... Read >
Author: William06th June 2009
Causes of childhood obesityThe UK government finally admits....Most children in Britain are not doing enough exercise to keep themselves healthy and prevent obesity. That didn't really take a lot of working out!Over 260,000 people in England responded to ... Read >
Author: Jan Edwards05th June 2009
The UK government wants to replace current utility meters as modern technology has meant that new ‘smart meters’ can bring huge and beneficial changes for consumers in reduced bills and household energy usage. This will also help the British governmen... Read >
Author: Kim04th June 2009
Project management certification is proliferating worldwide as organizations around the globe ‘projectize’. This article surveys the various flavors of project management certification out there today.
PRINCE2
PRINCE2 is the de facto standard u... Read >
Author: projectmanagement519th May 2009
Everyone has to think about putting aside some amount of money for their pension. One very good option is SIPP or Self-Invested Personal Pension. This scheme was brought out by the UK government in 1989 and the intention behind initiating it was to get mo... Read >
Author: sturat18th May 2009
Recent years have seen the cost of gas and electricity rise considerably. This rising cost combined with the current economic downturn has understandably lead to people looking at ways in which they can reduce the amount they spend on utility bills. A m... Read >
Author: Rich Bendall15th May 2009
In UK, oak is considered to be their national tree. Oak is very well known all over the world for its strength and long lasting nature and that is the reason why oak furniture is so popular amongst the people. New York furniture store deals a lot in oak f... Read >
Author: furniturefurniture01@gmail.com 15th May 2009
PRINCE2 and ITIL are both standardised management methodologies, formulated by the UK government and subsequently adopted by public and private sector organisations throughout the UK, Europe and increasingly in the USA, Asia, South Africa and the Middle E... Read >
Author: Simon Buehring12th May 2009
Experts are warning that many will be disappointed with the UK Government's initiative to help first-time buyers on to the property ladder. The Open Market Homebuy Scheme allows those who qualify to buy from private sellers, as opposed to a housing associ... Read >
Author: michael challiner07th May 2009
In the recent times, debts are one of the most important tools for the people in order to arrange their finances. Either you have to buy a new car, or to purchase a new house, or to manage the monthly expenses, the debts are acting as excellent companions... Read >
Author: Amelie Eve01st May 2009
The question of income tax is a thorny one. On one hand everybody hates it, but on the other, no one seriously considers challenging it. It�s like gravity. We simply accept it as if it were a law of nature.
Well it should be challenged, and here�s ... Read >
Author: David MacGregor17th April 2009
After years of campaigning, German thalidomide victims have been told that they can finally claim compensation for their disabilities, despite being told for years that they were 'out of time.'
The drug thalidomide was taken by thousands of mothers in ... Read >
Author: Carys Robshaw01st April 2009
To find a great deal on your van insurance you should make sure that you drive as safely as possible in order to safeguard your safety and avoid being issued penalty points. Drivers have been given a recent reminder to abide by mobile phone regulations wh... Read >
Author: Rochelle17th March 2009
Introduced in 1956 by Harold Macmillan, premium bond is defined as a government bond which is priced greater than par. According to National Savings and Investments (NS&I), around 23 million individuals are premium bond holders.
Issued by the UK govern... Read >
Author: Michael17th March 2009
Introduced in 1956 by Harold Macmillan, premium bond is characterized as a government bond which is priced better than par. According to National Savings and Investments (NS&I), around 23 million individuals are premium bond holders.
Issued by the UK g... Read >
Author: Michael17th March 2009
Energy ratings for windows are a newborn concept which test the turn of heat which escapes from windows and doors in visit to rate a house for thermal efficiency. The ratings start at G rating for the least energy efficient and go up to an 'A' for the ... Read >
Author: leebo17th March 2009
You would be mistaken to think only about exercise when you consider starting a keep fit program.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Yes, exercise is important, but so is your diet. Real fitness means a healthy body...free from the problems that ... Read >
Author: joyh10th March 2009
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has announced the largest annual loss in UK corporate history, reporting that its 2008 loss totalled £24.1billion. It also said it would put £325billion of toxic assets into a scheme that offers insurance for any future loss... Read >
Author: tugsearch10th March 2009
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has announced the largest annual loss in UK corporate history, reporting that its 2008 loss totalled £24.1billion. It also said it would put £325billion of toxic assets into a scheme that offers insurance for any future loss... Read >
Author: tugsearch10th March 2009
The cost of driving continuing to increase and driving your car or any vehicle is becoming more and more expensive for petrol, car tax and insurance.
There is little good news for a car owner as the government promotes more fuel efficient greener cars... Read >
Author: Mike09th March 2009
Whether it’s the lure of being able to weave through pesky traffic jams, or simply because it’s a more cost-effective option, many people are swapping their cars for motorbikes. But before you get too carried away with donning your leathers, it’s es... Read >
Author: Harvey McEwan13th February 2009
In the midst of a recession, now is not the time to be careless with your money and many people are understandably looking for safe havens to protect what they have. Surprisingly, however, others are completely unaware that they could be eligible for bene... Read >
Author: alangill12302nd February 2009
Automobile companies have found the last few months an increasingly perilous time to be in the transport industry. With many people worried about their finances and much more reluctant to open their wallets to buy high-priced items, Van companies have bee... Read >
Author: Darell Joyce01st February 2009
‘Special PRINCE2 training seminar in London, registration details included.’ This was the title of the first email in my mailbox today, with various other promotional emails. My first instinct was to delete the message, or rather mark the source as sp... Read >
Author: Robert Norton29th January 2009
The requirements affecting Scotland for the provision of an Energy Performance Certificate when constructing a commercial building came into effect from 1st May 2007. The requirement for an Energy Performance Certificate when selling or leasing to prospec... Read >
Author: epcseo321st January 2009
When people ask me what I do for a living – and I answer that I teach ITIL – the next question usually is the one above: what is ITIL and (implied by the look on their faces) why should anyone care? Well that’s the question I wanted to address in th... Read >
Author: Will Edwards20th January 2009
If you are trying to get your first mortgage or trying to remortgage, you’ll know exactly how hard first of all being offering a mortgage and then at a decent rate. The mortgage market is far from competitive while many types of mortgages have been with... Read >
Author: cborthwick920th January 2009
When you are looking to improve your project management skills or to get qualified, which route should you choose ?
This article describes the main courses and qualification routes
A - Introduction Courses
1-day Introduction Courses
Cove... Read >
Author: Steve Twine20th January 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Willie Horton
The World Health Organisation believes that stress will be the biggest killer of the 21st century. UK Government statistics indicate that over 15 million workdays were lost in 2008 due to stress. In the US, the National... Read >
Author: Willie Horton12th January 2009
I want to talk about collective stupidity and the so called “credit crunch” I think this word should be band to the North Pole where it maybe more useful, I’m so fed up of herring this word and all the negativity surrounding it that comes from the m... Read >
Author: Tony A Hill08th January 2009
Indeed, according to the property experts, many consumers underestimate the value of their property’s possessions, meaning that when they come to make a claim, they are left to pick up the shortfall. Not only that, but there is also a lack in numbers ... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell13th December 2008
If you want to surf anonymously on the internet and protect your identity then you'll need to find some system to surf by proxy. Currently if you just open your web browser and start searching on the web you'll leave a huge trail behind you leading rig... Read >
Author: Joe Simpson05th December 2008
The cost of driving is still hitting an all time high and driving your car or any vehicle is becoming more and more expensive for petrol, car tax and insurance. Road car tax is to be assessed on C02 emission tes and the prices could soon be over £400, co... Read >
Author: Mike03rd December 2008
Concerns over the environment have been steadily increasing for some time now. And, as more people recognise the benefits of going green, there has been a shift in the way many approach life. From recycling initiatives and pledges to cut carbon dioxide ... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell01st December 2008
In the 1990's the British Government decided that it would licence the whole of the "security Industry. It took them a long time but it has finally come about. They formed the new Security Industry Authority (SIA) as part of the new Security Industry Act ... Read >
Author: James Brown27th October 2008
Umbrella Company
Contractors employed by umbrella companies and who are often paid more than staff in end user organisations should be excluded from proposals to give temporary workers the same rights as permanent workers, says giant group plc, the c... Read >
Author: Robert Basler27th October 2008
Umbrella Company
Contractors employed by umbrella companies and who are often paid more than staff in end user organisations should be excluded from proposals to
give temporary workers the same rights as permanent workers, says giant group plc, the... Read >
Author: Robert Basler21st October 2008
The HIP (Home Information Pack) was first introduced by the UK government in August 2007. It is now compulsory for any person in the UK selling their home to make a HIP available to potential buyers. There now follows an explanation of terms commonly as... Read >
Author: Rich Bendall01st October 2008
With another major bank set to become nationalised, savers are turning to our overseas neighbour to ensure their savings stay safe. The Irish government have backed all savings 100% which has lead to the Irish banks being swamped with calls to set new acc... Read >
Author: barryloughran@live.co.uk17th September 2008
Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs) have become a hit in the UK in recent years. All central heating radiators installed since 2002 must be fitted with a TRV, following the amendment to the Building Regulations that was issued that year. The 'Conservation... Read >
Author: Tal Potishman17th September 2008
Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs) have proven to be a hit seller in the UK in recent years and as such become an important part in fighting global warming. All central heating radiators must be fitted with a TRV, following the amendment to the Building ... Read >
Author: Tal Potishman11th September 2008
Following years of growth the UK housing market is slumping with an annual fall to date of 10.9%. Here we look at what is happening and where the market is going.
According to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) house sales are at thei... Read >
Author: Wheres My Property11th September 2008
Following years of growth the UK housing market is slumping with an annual fall to date of 10.9%. Here we look at what is happening and where the market is going.
According to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) house sales are at thei... Read >
Author: Wheres My Property09th September 2008
The Energy Using Products (EuP) Directive was introduced by the UK government in August 2007. It forms the bases for the EcoDesign requirements for the components and systems that use energy. The new directive is critical for any manufacturer and distribu... Read >
Author: Tal Potishman09th September 2008
If you want to avoid bankruptcy your best alternative is Individual voluntary arrangement. The Insolvency act established by the UK Government in 1986 constituted a proposal for formal repayment to the creditors via an insolvency practitioner. In case of ... Read >
Author: Precious Almas04th September 2008
The term ISA stands for Individual Savings Account. They should be a necessary addition to the financial portfolio of anyone has savings or capital. To qualify for an ISA you must be a UK resident and aged eighteen or above (sixteen for cash ISAs).
ISA... Read >
Author: Hanson Wealth Management28th August 2008
What is ‘HIP’?
‘HIP’ means Home Information Packs, introduced by the UK government in August 2007. Because there is fear the property industry will be hit with the cost. In England, 1 June 2007, all home owners will need to prepare a Home Infor... Read >
Author: Guri28th August 2008
What is ‘HIP’?
‘HIP’ means Home Information Packs, introduced by the UK government in August 2007. Because there is fear the property industry will be hit with the cost. In England, 1 June 2007, all home owners will need to prepare a Home Infor... Read >
Author: Guri22nd August 2008
"Don't wish it was easier; wish you were better. Don't wish for less problems; wish for more skills. Don't wish for less challenges; wish for more wisdom." Jim Rohn, an American entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker
Rude and greedy behaviour a... Read >
Author: Sue Atkins18th August 2008
Effective management of debt is an ideal way to turn your loans, credit cards, store cards and overdrafts into one affordable, single monthly payment. With this, you can pay off your debts and get on with your life. By the process of merging your debts in... Read >
Author: gracy14th August 2008
In recent months in the UK there has been a lot of discussion about the newly introduced Home Information Packs (HIPs). On television and in newspapers much has been made of the HIP and the impact it will have on the UK house buying process. If you live... Read >
Author: Rich Bendall12th August 2008
One simply can�t refuse to pay tax- unless one is unemployed. If you are earning a living, you have to pay tax. In the UK, the world of tax paying is very highly regulated and controlled.
Yet despite the enforced rules and regulations, estimates indi... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th August 2008
People on benefit are the people who are physically disabled, ill, injured due to accident. They are the people who are not in earning condition. These people are provided support by the UK government. That is why they have low or bad credit score. Cash i... Read >
Author: Kerry Frankly 25th July 2008
An Individual voluntary arrangement, or IVA, allows a borrower to avoid extreme situations like bankruptcy by coming to an agreement with lenders to pay off a percentage of his or her debts over a given period. There are no hard and fast rules for such ag... Read >
Author: Aisha Cristal18th July 2008
Hundreds of workers forced to retire due to government regulations allowing employers to sack people at the age of 65 might be able to claim compensation thanks to a discrimination test case going to European Court of Justice in Luxemburg on July 2 and a ... Read >
Author: Elfy Anders17th July 2008
When Are You Subject To CGT?
There are certain transactions involving assets for which you can expect to pay CGT. These may include selling an asset (or a part of one) or receiving payment for an asset that was damaged. CGT only plays a role when an as... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer07th July 2008
There is a new breed of professionals who you will get to know about now when you start out to sell your home. They are called Domestic Energy Assessors and are out now in England and Wales performing a brand new service.
The role of the Domestic Energ... Read >
Author: Steve Evans01st July 2008
The purpose of Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) is basically to provide accurate projections for waste delivery and disposal at every stage of a construction project. By making predictions the hope is that the contractor will realise how expensive this... Read >
Author: Steve Evans23rd June 2008
In UK, government approved debt solution which is savior if you are about to file bankruptcy. IVA advice debt UK is a legally binding agreement for 5 years which clears 70% of debt.
After an IVA is agreed, debtors will not be disturbed by the creditor... Read >
Author: Daren Jone23rd June 2008
The UK government is under attack by debt campaigners as well as developing countries, for their plan to give £800 million to poorer countries in preparation for climate change, as a great bulk of the money would be in the form of loans, not grants, and ... Read >
Author: Catherine Moody 20th June 2008
Knowing a second language sufficiently enough to be able to converse in the local tongue when travelling abroad on your gap year could prove to be an invaluable safety tool. Quite often however, the excitement of a holiday will take hold which usually mea... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th June 2008
The very tragic news from Ecuador is an unwelcome reminder to us all that, as well as the undoubted life enriching experience that a gap year gives to most people, there will inevitably be some level of risk attached. That is no reason not to take a gap... Read >
Author: Neil Dennis17th June 2008
Aside from the obvious negative implications for the user, smoking has for decades been a scourge upon world governments. For example:
• Smoking costs the U.S. government over $96bn in smoking related health care costs.
• In the UK,... Read >
Author: Frasier Smith11th June 2008
IVA debt solution is very important for people struggling to clear their credit repayments. The UK government debt direction program introduced the new IVA debt solution. With this solution, an Insolvency practitioner is appointed to handle the debtor... Read >
Author: Precious Almas10th June 2008
IVA UK or Individual Voluntary Arrangement was implemented as a fraction of the insolvency acts by the UK government. This actually plays the role of a substitute to bankruptcy and helps the people in serious financial debts. It gives support to both the... Read >
Author: Christian Phelps04th June 2008
Some learned man has said that, “education is the transmission of new civilization”. And thus is a right of each and every individual. But unexpected hike in the college fees has counted the patience and morale of the students. In such a situation, st... Read >
Author: steve C clark04th June 2008
Some learned man has said that, “education is the transmission of new civilization”. And thus is a right of each and every individual. But unexpected hike in the college fees has counted the patience and morale of the students. In such a situation, st... Read >
Author: steve C clark20th May 2008
In 2006 over two and half thousand Americans died in fires. Figures for the UK are just as shocking. In the twelve month period between June 2006 and June 2007 there were 467 fire deaths.
The following article examines the types of smoke alarm availab... Read >
Author: Darren Gilbert20th May 2008
PRINCE2, the abbreviation for Projects In Controlled Environment, is a process based method, derived from the initial PRINCE project management methodology. It is a recognised international standard, a registered trademark of OGC, deployed extensively by ... Read >
Author: Shaun Watling02nd April 2008
Asbestos has been one of the most discussed health topics of the last few decades. This is due to the fact that asbestos emits invisible fibres that can have harmful effects on anyone who comes into contact with them for prolonged periods.
Research has... Read >
Author: John Hill02nd April 2008
You might be working hard for earning money but imagine your money working hard for you. You can say this is unbelievable but it can be possible and investment solutions UK is making it possible. Investment is the most efficient tools as far as saving is ... Read >
Author: Anton Kadin02nd February 2008
In the UK an energy performance certificate will be required of any homeowner putting up her or his house for sale as of June 1st of this year. The regulations on homes already constructed differ from new homes, although each must undergo rigorous scrutin... Read >
Author: Christopher30th January 2008
Those who work in UK law, local government or the construction industry have heard of the word "Asbestos" for many years. But up until as recently as twenty years ago, most of the population of the UK did not know about the dangers and the diseases caused... Read >
Author: John Hill24th January 2008
As part of the newly regulated energy performance certificate required of all new and existing residential dwellings in England and Wales, every homeowner must submit a Home information pack to the UK government. The UK Housing Minister is the head of the... Read >
Author: Christopher07th January 2008
For any organisation or individual that needs to manage and control related projects (portfolio of projects), Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) programme management is a management tool for bringing together people, activities and information to achiev... Read >
Author: Robert Norton08th November 2007
For the protection of consumers and UK residents, the United Kingdom has instigated a system of certified energy assessor professionals to measure the efficiency of the energy use in each of its residences. The focus and the mission behind the legislation... Read >
Author: Christopher06th November 2007
An IVA, Individual Voluntary Arrangement, is a little known debt help solution, which was originally the brain-child of the UK government. Initially devised as an alternative to bankruptcy for small businesses it is now becoming a popular debt solution fo... Read >
Author: Paul Hockney21st September 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 WealthBeingThe most successful entrepreneurs demonstrate particular skills and attributes. But are they born with these or are they developed over time? Have you got what it takes to become an entrepreneur or are you better suited to ... Read >
Author: Pam Kennett02nd September 2007
Electricity4Business is a company that stands by the customer's right to make informed decisions. In any market, I believe that means providing honest information and fair prices without any hooks or tricks. Part of that is keeping customers informed and ... Read >
Author: clickthrough24th July 2007
When we deal with new clients, we encounter Premium Bonds frequently, but it's not very often that we see the many other products offered by National Savings and Investments (NS&I).
Some NS&I returns are currently looking quite attractive, and so it is... Read >
Author: Ray Prince23rd July 2007
A Child Trust Fund (CTF) is a long-term savings and investment account for children in the United Kingdom. The UK Government introduced the Child Trust Fund with the aim of ensuring every child has savings at the age of 18, helping children get into the h... Read >
Author: Katie Brown21st June 2007
For the aspiring souls who want to settle down permanently in Britain for professional or personal reasons, it requires them to apply for the UK citizenship with the government. But, as of November 1, 2005, those who are applying for UK naturalization mus... Read >
Author: lee smith08th June 2007
People are always looking for news ways in which to make cash savings or investments. One popular method of tax-free savings is by opting to save money in Individual Savings Account (ISAs), which were introduced by the UK government in 1999 to replace PEP... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton31st May 2007
The short answer is to use an Independent Financial Advisor , investigate them thoughly and make sure you understand any product you buy .
However many people are unsure exactly what is a Independent Financial Advisor or IFA so I will explain the type... Read >
Author: richard hill17th May 2007
There are two parts to qualifying as a domestic energy assessor in the UK. The first is assessment, the second is training. Both are provided by the NHER. Lets take a look at what is involved in the assessment of domestic energy assessor candidates.
Ca... Read >
Author: Christopher30th April 2007
The most prevalent of the UK secured loan options is the home loan, with the home used as collateral against default on the loan. Here are the basics of the UK secured loan for home buying, home improvement, and other money raising needs.
Right now is... Read >
Author: Christopher20th April 2007
For years, many people decided to file bankruptcy in order to rid themselves of their debt. Not many have heard of an IVA which is a UK government approved debt solution. An IVA (Individual Voluntary Arrangement) is an alternative to bankruptcy that can w... Read >
Author: DHirsten07th April 2007
This is the first article ia series of three about Dow Theory.
Dow Theory is about how to build wealth from the nature of movements in the Stock Market. Charles Dow (1851-1902) was a journalist, the first editor of the Wall Street Journal, and a co-fo... Read >
15th February 2007
Let's get this straight - it isn't just about identity cards. The UK government's identity scheme includes a huge database to keep tabs on everyone, a massive infrastructure to collect peoples' details, and a giant network of technology required to verify... Read >
Author: A Phillips15th January 2007
The UK government is looking to impose even more taxes on the working population. But these are not just taxes to create revenue; they are so called green taxes that save the environment as well. They are intended to change our behaviour and the way that ... Read >
Author: Davinos Greeno03rd January 2007
Most of us feel guilty if we do not take the trouble to wash and sort all those reusable plastics, papers and tins. We do this to avoid throwing them in the bin which then ends up in the landfill sites around the country. But how useful is recycling and c... Read >
Author: Davinos Greeno03rd January 2007
The growth of air travel is growing at an unprecedented rate. The low cost of air travel and the growth of budget airlines means that millions of passengers are flying abroad more than ever before, but at what cost to the environment?
The UK government... Read >
Author: Davinos Greeno03rd January 2007
You cant escape the media hype surrounding asylum seekers and refugees in the UK and Europe at the moment. They are called scroungers and are accused of swamping the UK. This is not the reality, this is just papers doing what they do best, telling stories... Read >
Author: Davinos Greeno19th December 2006
UK Land versus Overseas Property, which one will generate a better return?
Buying UK Land has been the choice for many top investors until the UK government has stated it will not allow any greenbelt or greenfield land to be developed for future housin... Read >
Author: James Helm13th December 2006
Claims by the major UK gas and electricity suppliers that they have been forced to increase their prices in order to claw back the huge deficit created by the unprecedented rises in wholesale prices would, on the face of it, appear to be a reasonable expl... Read >
Author: clickthrough04th October 2006
It is said that buy to let mortgage is the business of the prudent people. A small effort to get hold of the source of a steady income: that is what is the assurance of buy to let mortgage. It is because of this reason many people on UK use buy to let mor... Read >
Author: Philip Mould02nd October 2006
Disabled people have lower incomes but often have extra costs associated with their impairment. This situation drives two out of five disabled people to seek loans and other forms of credit to meet the demands of higher living costs on a below-average inc... Read >
Author: michael challiner13th August 2006
The constant increase in the prices for land is a sign of a huge demand for farmland near Slough. Today, an investor can even own land in the UK, while sitting in any part of the globe.
In order to own a piece of England; one need not be a part of rich... Read >
Author: Peter Lo19th July 2006
The consistent increase in the prices for farmland near Slough is a sign of a huge demand for land in the UK. Today, an investor can even own land in the UK and particularly farmland near slough, while sitting right here in India.
With increasing popul... Read >
Author: Peter Lo12th July 2006
With the plethora of online bingo sites currently available (Which Bingo currently lists over 110 for UK alone) what is it that attracts players to one bingo game site over another?
How do players looking for a bingo game, find those well established o... Read >
Author: Morgan Collins27th April 2006
Which puzzle gives your brain or your kid's brain the best workout ?
SUDOKU, a seemingly simple numbers game that hails from Japan, has become the biggest and most addictive puzzle craze on the internet, newspaper, magazines, classrooms and even the mo... Read >
Author: Alex Morson18th April 2006
Copyright 2006 Margaret Stead
A call today on our Redundancy Hot-Line started us thinking again about the contradictory implications of old legislation on new rulings on Ageism, due to come into force in the UK in October 2006.
At the moment the Eur... Read >
Author: Margaret Stead16th April 2006
Within the United Kingdom, identity fraud has become one of
highest rating crimes to date. The UK government estimates
that each year identity fraud costs them 1.3 Billion.
Identity fraud has worked because many companies and people
in general have ... Read >
Author: Bob Benson12th December 2005
Do you want to look younger? Let's face it, nowadays, who doesn't? Once it was just celebrities and those in the public eye who worried about looking older everyone else grew old gracefully! Now 40 is the new 30 and men as well as women care about their a... Read >
Author: Binder Kahlon22nd November 2005
If you were not already aware of it, the world of personal injury is awash with a new buzz-phrase: the no win no fee claim. However, what is no win no fee and more importantly, what are the benefits of appointing a no win no fee claim solicitor?
Orig... Read >
Author: Mumtaz Shah24th November 2004
Who are Nominet UK?
By Clare Lawrence 29th September 2003
Clare is the CEO of Discount Domains Ltd a leading UK Domain name registration service.
Nominet UK is the Registry for all domain names ending in .uk. Nominet began registering Domain Nam... Read >
Author: Clare Lawrence
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