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That middle area

Meagan experiences that feeling of in-between-ness that comes from moving home, and wonders how many moves will come before she is settled.

The British notary: Much pomp and circumstance

Blogger Tom Carroll was amazed by his first trip to a notary in the UK. Prepare yourself – and your wallet – for a real spectacle.

UN urged to quickly establish super-agency for women

EC vice president Viviane Reding insists that the time for talking about a UN agency for women’s issues is over: “It’s time to act.”



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30/12/2009 How can online supplements aid your learning?

There is a wealth of tools on the internet to help language learners, but can they really help wth your language study?

23/12/2009 How to say ‘Happy Christmas’ in 20 languages

Just a quicky for the Christmas season! - Impress a colleague or friend who speaks another language by wishing them 'Happy Christmas' in...

16/12/2009 Can I learn a language on my own?

Our language expert Laura explains learning strategies to be able to study successfully on your own.

02/12/2009 Should slang be taught to learners of foreign languages?

Laura discusses the benefits of learning slang and some of the challenges that language students face.

18/11/2009 Making progress in learning a language

It is easy to lose enthusiasm when learning a language, here Laura looks at ways to keep active and make fast progress.

04/11/2009 How do you define fluency?

Many people crave the idea of being fluent in a second language. Laura looks into the different types of fluency.

21/10/2009 Can language help teams cross the cultural divide?

Sarah Gooding explores attitudes to learning languages for business and bridging cultural differences. This the second of a series exploring...

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Management culture in the United Kingdom

Management culture in the United Kingdom

This handy guide includes information on business hierarchy, negotiations, and etiquette in the UK.

The UK immigration 'points system'

The UK immigration 'points system'

We look at the new 'points system' introduced by the British government for immigration

Managing your move abroad

Managing your move abroad

Relocating abroad? Our guide offers international movers a practical checklist of what needs to be done before you make the move.

Expert Tips: A to Z of expatriate mortgages

Expert Tips: A to Z of expatriate mortgages

A critical insight into the mortgage market for expatriates and reviews lenders in the UK.