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Bailiffs' Rights & Powers
Know your rights when dealing with bailiffs, to avoid their power being misused.
Further Education After School
YOU are the best investment you can ever make. Always be learning something new.
Further Education Options
Make a plan for the future: ‘Only dead fish swim with the tide’ - Anon
Student Internships
Straight from the ‘horse’s mouth’. An ABC intern gives you the lowdown.
Being a Student in another Country
Sound tips from our youthful student researcher.
Exercise
Army Fitness instructors says the hardest thing is to get on the trainers and get out the door.
Why do we Eat Unhealthily?
Do something for 28 days they say, and it becomes a habit. Change your diet and have more energy and vitality.
Community Transport
An alternative transport for all ages, not just the elderly as many people believe.
Volunteer
Learn new skills, gain experience, make new contacts and put something back into society.
Students with Dependents
Useful advice for students with responsibilities, beyond buying the next round.
What to do if Someone Dies
A tough call to make decisions in an emotional situation. We hope this guide helps.
Dealing with Dementia
As people live longer degenerative diseases are on the rise. Learn the basic facts here.
Retirement
One day you may have the ‘grey hairs of wisdom’ alas it comes along much quicker than you realize.
Pensions
You work till you drop and die proudly in the ‘saddle’ however being able to stop and rest is a nice option to have.
Council Housing
How to get on the housing ladder and to start letting from your Local Council.
Benefits In and Out of Work
Most benefits Claimants are in work. If you are on a low salary make sure you claim what is yours.
Benefits Available to You
They are your benefits, make sure you claim for what is rightfully yours.
Budgeting
Get your finances under control and enjoy a sound night’s sleep free from worry.
Methods of Saving
Pay yourself first, and build a ‘buffer’ against tomorrows uncertainly.
Priority Debts
Ignoring priority debts can have repercussions; better to face problems early and take necessary action promptly.
Interview Skills
Selling yourself is a mission fraught with pitfalls. Get some basic advice here.
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