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Fallout from the UK budget – APD on the rise again

21/03/2013 by Kevincm

There are some things in life that are certain - being born, dieing, suffering from a stinker of a cough/flu, and of course, taxes. The one certainty there has been over the past few years is that Air Passenger Duty (APD) which is levied on flights departing the United Kingdom is going to shoot up. Again. So, how much extra are you going to be spending from Chancellor … [Read more...]

Weather conditions deterorating further in UK

18/01/2013 by Kevincm

Weather conditions in the United Kingdom have deteriorated further during the day, with snow drifting. The view from my office. Yes. I'm about the last person left atm. Some airport are hit badly (for example, Birmingham Airport is closed until 18:00) whilst a lot are reporting delays. Check the airport you're flying out of - twitter links … [Read more...]

Fare rises hit the United Kingdom

02/01/2013 by Kevincm

As the new year begins, the only real certainty in life - will be increase in rail and bus prices today. UK National Rail Companies will have their own prices rises depending on the route, with an average increase of 4.2% in England, 3.9% in Scotland for season tickets. Some routes will be going up a lot more than this. It pays to look at the National Rail Web site to see … [Read more...]

Common sense prevals: Common Travel Area Remains!

15/07/2009 by Kevincm

In a rare act of common sense from Her Majesties Loyal Government, the common travel area between Ireland and the United Kingdom will remain intact with NO PASSPORTS needed between the two countries. An explanation. The Common Travel Arera (CTA) between Ireland, United Kingdom, the Isle of Man and the Channel Island allows citizens to cross between these territories with … [Read more...]

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