How to apply for Building Control
You should apply for building control AFTER you have completed the following steps:
Check whether you need planning permission from your local authority for your build.
If you do need planning permission, click here...
How to prepare yourself for a job interview
Being interviewed does not have to be a daunting experience if you prepare yourself well in advance.
With most interviews, preparation is key.
Practice being interviewed by friends or family members. You could go...
How to submit a claim for an Employment Tribunal
Before you submit a claim for an Employment Tribunal, you must have an ACAS Early Conciliation certificate number. For guidance on how to obtain one click here.
To submit a claim you...
Schools funding in crisis situation
"Schools are still not being provided with adequate funding and resource to deliver the level of provision and support that is expected and that our families and children deserve."
This is a quote from Ms Beth...
How to stop nuisance calls
On 8th November 2016 I received a call on my private unlisted home phone number from a company cold calling me about something or other, so I decided to actually do something about it.
I reported...
A monthly expenditure form is a useful tool to work out how much your outgoings are in any given month. You may be asked to fill out one of these forms when applying for a mortgage or when remortgaging your home...
When you have a power cut in your home, always check with your neighbours first to see if they are having the same problem. If this is not possible, check with family members living the area and don't forget...
Follow this guide:
Call the National Grid on 0800 111999.
If a fire breaks out, dial 999.
Evacuate your family from the property immediately.
Turn off the gas meter (if safe to do so) by turning the valve to the right.
Open...
A Carbon monoxide detector detects the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) gas in your home. If this gas is detected in your home, you will need to repair or replace the fuel burning appliance causing the problem.
All homes that contain a boiler or fuel...
How to get your money back from a mobile phone provider who has overcharged you requires a little thinking outside the box.
If your mobile contract has ended and you discover that you are still paying for the handset months...
