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08/03/2011 Britain's creativity mapped for the first time

The first ever map of British creativity has been published by the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (NESTA).

15/02/2011 Serviced apartments: enjoy the comforts of home without the commitment

Relocating or visiting the UK on a regular basis? Hotel accommodation is not the only option. A serviced apartment is often a more spacious,...

15/02/2011 Editor's guide: Where to live in the UK

Here's a short introduction to our Where to Live section for the UK.

09/02/2011 At home abroad: how your expat housing is tied to job success

If your home's décor was ugly in the seventies and violent gangs surface in the neighbourhood after dark, it may be time to speak to your...

28/05/2010 Living Dibley: Moving to Wales, land of my fathers

Welsh sheep Blogger Jann visited Wales 40 years ago and was awed by the place. Now married to a Welshman and preparing to relocate there, she explains her...

19/02/2010 The Britophile’s favourite British town names

Cartoon map of Britain Blogger Melissa is enamoured with all things British, and turns her eye this week to its many funny place names.

03/11/2009 Country living: Life in an English village

How to settle seamlessly into the rural English village community, from the international family's viewpoint.

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Visas for coming to the UK

Visas for coming to the UK

Visa paperwork Whether you're relocating to the UK or just visiting, it's important that you find out in advance whether you need a visa.

An online guide for expats finding & purchasing a UK Property

An online guide for expats finding & purchasing a UK Property

Expat mortgages and everything to do with buying a UK property might sound complicated, but there’s plenty of help out there for you.

UK healthcare: Finding the right NHS service

UK healthcare: Finding the right NHS service

You can access the UK's National Health Service (NHS) in a range of ways. Here is an overview of the main services available to help you get the treatment you need.

Banking in the UK

Banking in the UK

Just moved to the UK? You'll need a bank account to effectively manage your money while you're here. Cliff Govender explains the UK banking system, including facilities that may come in handy down the line.