Category Archives: General

Conveyancers urged to prepare for challenging times ahead

Conveyancing firms are warned to ‘prepare for the worst’ with a significant fall in work volumes expected with the predicted economic crash imminent. An ‘advisory note’ has been issued by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) recommending that the firms it regulates should get ready for a 40% fall in property transactions and stress test their businesses. The changes in the economy, which remind us of the Global Financial Crisis in 2008 when deals fell by nearly half, mean that conveyancers are likely to see…

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Health Problems in London and How the City Dealt With Them

London during the Industrial revolution was far from a pleasant place to live. The mass expansion of the city as people headed to the area to find work caused health problems caused by dirty water, and the factories were busily pumping out toxic waste into the air causing respiratory illnesses. This period of change in the country certainly came with many health risks, but because of this it also brought with it the solutions to the problems that were caused and an understanding of how…

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Why people are afraid of public speaking

If you were to ask a random person to stand on a stage and deliver a speech, they would probably run in the opposite direction. Public speaking is not something that comes naturally to most people, and when working in roles that require you to speak to a large audience, such as working as a trainer, teacher or consultant, it is crucial that you feel comfortable. Train The Trainer Courses like the ones from www.collegeofpublicspeaking.co.uk/courses/train-the-trainer can help give those in speaking roles the confidence they…

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Why we love stories with mad scientists

One of the most popular tropes in the horror and science fiction genre is that of the mad scientists. The stories generally follow the same type of setting. A young couple has car/carriage/train trouble and is forced to seek the help of the people living in a spooky castle or stately home. Whilst they seem to be welcomed at first, it soon turns out they will become unwitting and, or unwilling participants in some mad scientist schemes. How will the daring couple undue the scientist’s…

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How To Tell If Your Lasik Flap Has Moved

Just as we’re told our eyelids don’t move, they don’t actually. However, many people experience a quick blink of their ocular muscles after having had lasik surgery – and it can be difficult for a patient to tell if their flap has moved or not. This blog article will explain when your flap should have moved and how to tell if it did indeed, so you can get that issue checked out sooner rather than later!

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Essential Kit For a Plumber’s Toolbox

An essential kit for a plumber’s toolbox includes an assortment of hand tools and specialised equipment. Plumbing tools include wrenches, pliers, and spanners. Some plumbers use adjustable pliers for a wide range of fitting sizes. Some pliers come with slip guards and hardened teeth. Some plumbers also use a sewer camera to detect clogs and pipe damage.

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Dublin, the beautiful and historic capital of the Republic of Ireland.

Dublin is the capital and largest city in Ireland, and is full of culture, history, and beauty, being set on the east coast right at the mouth of the majestic river Liffey it is in a fantastic position for any visitor who enjoys boating, fishing, or walking. As well as the river there are both the Grand Canal and Royal Canal to explore and so boats of all shapes and sizes can access the city easily.  With its historical Dublin Castle, St Patrick’s Cathedral, and…

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