Making the most of open days

Universities around the country are now holding open days, where prospective students can come for a poke around and take a closer look at the institution where they might end up studying. It can be a daunting time for students, but fortunately, the Daily Telegraph has produced a handy guide for getting the most out [...]

Manchester launches first Fashion Week

Manchester’s first Fashion Week kicked off with a bang on April 9th at luxury retail quarter Spinningfields, bringing a sparkling array of celebrities and fashion moguls to the big city in the north. Catwalk shows, exclusive parties and other events were all lined up for the week, as well as showcases of the latest ranges [...]

Leighton House to host new Pre-Rapahelite exhibition

The Leighton House Museum in London is preparing to exhibit works from one of the world’s most extensive private collections of pre-Raphaelite and Victorian art. From April 26th to September 23rd, the museum will host selected pieces sourced from John Schaeffer, a successful businessman and avid collector of nineteenth-century artworks. The exhibition will include the [...]

Caravan owners targeted by money-saving SsangYong

SsangYong has announced that enthusiasts looking to travel the world with their caravan will be specifically catered for with its limited edition and low-budget Korando crossover: the Korando LE. With 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and privacy glass, the Korando LE is perfect for those covering their mobile home with simplecaravaninsurance.co.uk. Their newest offering [...]

Take care of your eyes and save cash

Sometimes, the best way to save money on eyecare is to look after your peepers in the first place! The Eyecare Trust has a number of great tips for keeping your eyes going for longer, and top of the list is not smoking: smokers have a considerably higher risk of eye disease than non-smokers, and [...]

Business mentoring programme reaches milestone

Business minister Mark Prisk has announced that the government’s Get Mentoring initiative to recruit 15,000 volunteer business mentors has now achieved half of its goal, with 7,500 mentors signed up. The scheme, which saves small firms money by providing expert advice to entrepreneurs, is running alongside the government’s Business in You campaign, which aims to [...]

Volkswagen reveals record results for 2011

The Volkswagen Group is going from strength to strength, as it has once more reported record vehicle sales, revenue and earnings during 2011, despite a tough economic outlook during the year. This reflects the popularity of the manufacturer from anything between a top-class Evans Halshaw forecourt and people selling their own cars second-hand from their [...]

Long-distance landlord numbers ‘growing quickly’

Long-distance landlords are dominating large parts of the private rented sector (PRS) in the UK, according to a new study by a leading organisation. Research from the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) found that those with a cover policy from the likes of Simple Landlords Insurance are increasingly attending to their properties from a [...]

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