Where do you find recognition?

Just a thought on the ‘bigger picture’, and how much we’ve come to value our NHS and front-line services, especially during these exceptionally testing times.

There’s no doubt that they’re doing outstanding, extraordinarily selfless, life-saving jobs, working all … Read More

Top Tips to Manage Your Time in Isolation

We’re living in unprecedented times. From our health, income, education, ability to travel, no one has been exempt from the impact of this global pandemic.

So excuse yourself if you have an occasional melt down. It’s understandable under … Read More

These are the most satisfying DIY jobs

Mowing the lawn, jet-washing the patio and polishing surfaces until they shine are among the most satisfying DIY jobs, according to Brits.

Putting the finishing touches on a final layer of paint and digging out troublesome weeds also … Read More

Brits are more likely to stick to a healthy lifestyle change if they’re doing it with someone else

Brits are more likely to stick to a healthy lifestyle change if they’re doing it with someone else.

A study of 2,000 adults found two in five plan to try a different diet or fitness routine in 2020, … Read More

Dealing with family rifts

All families change over time. Grown-up’s roles and future aspirations modify and evolve, children become older, more independent and start to lead their own lives, elderly relatives may become more dependent before they ultimately pass away.

There may … Read More

Saturday Jobs: The Decline

A Resolution Foundation report has revealed that just a quarter of 16 and 17-year-olds were in work between 2017 and 2019. Between 1997 and 1999, this figure was considerably higher at 48%.

A recent YouGov survey shows that … Read More

Brits use just a fifth of the apps on their smartphone

Brits use just a fifth of the apps on their smartphone, according to research.

Despite having an average of 26 applications stored on mobile devices, adults admit to using just five of these every day.

And … Read More

Brits’ patience thresholds have plummeted, according to new research

Brits’ patience thresholds have plummeted – thanks to modern conveniences such as same-day delivery, fast internet speeds and social media, according to a study.

Three quarters believe technological advances like e-ticketing, smartphones and on-demand TV have made us … Read More

Millions of homeowners are already prepping their homes for Christmas – by replacing toilet seats, hanging curtains and installing extra storage

A study revealed that before they even think about getting the festive decorations down from the loft, many are looking at other areas of their home to improve in the run up to the big day.

More than an eighth … Read More

Seeing the Northern Lights, travelling on the Orient Express – and going to Chernobyl are among the most sought after travel experiences

Seeing the Northern Lights, travelling on the Orient Express – and going to Chernobyl are among the most sought after travel experiences.

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed the nation’s travel dreams, with the natural light display  predominantly … Read More