Bus drivers in London have won a pledge for air-conditioned cabs, ending strike threats. The upgrade aims to improve working conditions after a summer of heatwaves.
London Bus Drivers Secure Air Conditioning After Strike Threat
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Practical UK living tips, culture, transport, schools
UK Council Tax Explained for Newcomers
UK Council Tax explained for newcomers: who pays, the single person 25 percent discount, the full student exemption and how bands work.
Setting Up Utilities, Broadband and a Mobile Phone in the UK
Setting up utilities, broadband and a mobile in the UK: deemed contracts, meter readings, credit checks, social tariffs and the TV Licence.
How to Enrol Your Child in a UK School as a Newcomer
How to enrol your child in a UK school as a newcomer: in year admissions, application deadlines, and why state school is free for all.
How to Exchange Your Foreign Driving Licence in the UK
How to exchange a foreign driving licence in the UK: the 12 month rule, which countries can swap without a test, and the 43 pound fee.
Settling into Life in the UK: A First 30 Days Guide for Newcomers
A practical first 30 days checklist for newcomers: bank account, GP, driving licence, Council Tax, schools and utilities, with links to detailed guides.
