In the UK there is no maximum age limit on when you have to stop driving. However, medical conditions and getting older can affect your ability to drive. Here are some factors to consider and resources to help you with driving in older age. Factors To Consider Once you reach 70 years of age, you'll be asked to renew your driver's licence every 3 years. When deciding whether to renew, the following factors can be considered: Reaction Times As we age our reaction times slow down. It's important to be able to stay alert and react quickly to any hazards on the road. If you've …
The Best Small Cars 2019
If you are in the market for a new small car but need some advice on what to buy, then you’ve come to the right place. There comes a time in all our lives when we no longer need large cars to cart people about it. Instead, we need a small car, that is easy to drive, park and most of all safe. Our experts have reviewed all the cars on the market today and have formed a list of the top 5. 1.) Volkswagen Polo The polo has been around for many years now, and it is fair to say it has changed and developed quite a lot. It has also grown in size. Despite this, it is still a ‘small’ …
100’s of Firefighters Tackling ‘Major Incident’
100s of firefighters have been sent to tackle a blaze in London. Firefighters from all over the city were called to the scene at 7:40am, as it was spotted a blaze had broken out at The Mall in Walthamstow, East London. Walthamstow Fire - What We Know London Fire Brigade said: "15 fire engines and around 100 firefighters have been called to the fire, where part of the roof was alight by London Fire Brigade." Since this quote was released, a further 10 fire engines have been deployed. This means that over 125 firefighters are on the scene. The cause of the Walthamstow fire, …
New June heat records set as heatwave heads towards UK
Parts of Europe are being advised to take care as temperatures soar to sweltering levels, causing a European heatwave. There have already been reports of flash flooding, school closures and concerns over the air quality. Countries such as Spain, France and Italy experienced temperatures over 40 degrees centigrade. The extreme heat is said to be heading towards the UK this weekend. Heatwave causes wildfire in Spain Currently, firefighters in Spain’s Catalonia region are currently battling huge wildfires. There is concern that these will spread as the hot weather continues. Officials …
Ageing in Different Cultures
How the elderly community are treated in certain cultures differs surprisingly. How we care for and treat our elderly loved ones can vary depending on the culture we grew up in. This differs in the way we treat our elders and whether we respect their life experience or see it as a burden. It also varies between having an elderly relative live with you, or whether you tend to find them a home to be cared for in. These cultural differences are also susceptible to change over time. This can be seen in our culture in the UK. A couple of generations ago it was almost expected that an …
Insurance Guide For The Elderly
When you have elderly loved ones, it is important to think about the next few years, their financial security and that of their family and friends. Anticipating the potential problems they may encounter in the future is essential. For this, they are several types of insurance available for seniors, but it is not always easy to find the right insurance for them. This article will aim to inform you about the different insurances available and will hopefully allow you to make more informed choices in the future. Life Insurance Who is involved in a life insurance contract: The …
