Security in the home is a top priority. UK police report that homes with no security measures in place are up to five times more at risk of breaking and entering. However, taking just a few small steps and precautions can significantly improve the security of your home. Top Tips Police and security companies offer lots of advice to make sure your home is secure against break-ins. Here are some of their top tips: Keep windows and doors locked - even if you're just outside in the garden or popping out very briefly.Keep valuables out of sight and away from windows when …
Archives for November 2019
Register To Vote Before 26th November
Next Tuesday November 26th is the deadline for registering to vote in the UK general election on 12 December 2019. Make sure you’re registered and ready to vote on election day with the following details. How To Register Online You can register to vote online. It is the quickest and easiest way, and usually takes about 5 minutes to complete online. Paper form Alternatively, you can contact your local Electoral Registration Office and ask them to post a paper form to you. You’ll then need to return the completed form to your local Electoral Registration Office. The paper …
Volunteering In Your Local Community
Volunteering provides an opportunity to get involved with your local community and work together with others. There are many reasons people choose to offer their time and there are plenty of benefits to be gained. Why Volunteer? Volunteering is a great way to share your knowledge and pass on your experience and skills to others. Alternatively, volunteering could offer an opportunity for you to learn something completely new and develop your skills further. Others may enjoy volunteer work for the social aspect. As it allows them to meet new people and form friendships with other …
World Diabetes Day: All You Need To Know
November 14 is known around the globe as World Diabetes Day. The campaign is led by the International Diabetes Federation to try and help raise awareness of the condition - including its symptoms and what it is like to live with on a daily basis. Through social media and activities being held across the country, the campaign hopes to ensure that more people understand exactly what diabetes is. To help the campaign, we've written this article to give you all an insight into diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is one of the most common life-long health conditions and affects …