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Living And Working In The UK

Living And Working In The UK

Preface
United Kingdom Past And Present
- Uk Or Britain?
- Britain’s Overseas Territories And Crown Dependencies
- Living In The Uk
- Key Facts And Figures
- The Uk’s Capital
- Brief History Of Britain
- Overview And History Of The Monarchy
- Overview Of Uk Government
- About Political Parties
- Government Working At A Local Level
- Introduction To Devolution
The Uk As Part Of The European Union
- What Is The Eu?
- Eu Size And Key Figures At A Glance
- The Uk As A Member State
- The European Parliament
Managed Migration
- Citizenship
The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme
- What Is The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme?
- How Long Will I Be Allowed To Stay In The Uk As A Highly Skilled Migrant?
- Can My Family Join Me In The Uk?
Work Permit Approved Employment
- Company Requirements
- Individual Requirements
Spouses, Fiancé/es And Unmarried Partners
- How Do I Qualify To Join My Spouse Or Partner In The Uk?
- How Do I Qualify To Join My Fiancé, Fiancée Or Proposed Partner In The Uk?
- How Do I Qualify To Join My Unmarried Or Same-Sex Partner In The Uk?
Eea Nationals
- Do I Have A Right Of Residence In The Uk?
- What Rights Do I Have If I Want To Work In The Uk?
- Your Family’s Rights
The Working Holidaymaker Scheme
- What Is The Working Holidaymaker Scheme?
- How Do I Qualify?
- How Long Can I Stay?
- How Much And What Type Of Employment Can I Undertake?
Visas And Residency
- What Is A Visa?
- Student Visa
- Ancestry Visa
- Visitor Visa
- Entry Clearance
- Indefinite Leave To Remain (Ilr)
- Long Residency Visa
Registration As A British Citizen
Proposed Migration Policy
Employment
- The Main Job Sectors And What You Can Expect
- Where To Find Work
- Applying For Jobs
How To Write The Perfect Cv And Cover Letter
- Cv Structure
- General Tips
- Effective Cvs – A Standard Two-Page Printed Cv
- How To Write The Perfect Cover Letter
- Career History
- Education
- Leisure Activities
Before You Go For Interview
- How To Research Companies
- Pre-Interview Planning
Attending The Interview
- Dress To Impress
- Body Language
- References
- Some Other Useful Tips
- Top Ten Interview Questions – And How You Should Answer Them
- Other Questions An Employer May Ask
Attending Assessment Centres
- What To Expect From An Assessment Centre
- What Can An Assessment Centre Consist Of?
- Examples Of Verbal Critical Reasoning
- Psychometric Tests
- Presentation Exercise
Aspects Of Employment
- Temporary Employment
- Employed Or Self-Employed?
- Tips On Keeping Your Job In The Uk
Studying In The Uk
- Student Visa Overview
- Conditions Of Being A Student In The Uk
- Finding A Uk-Based Course
- Degree Courses
- Vocational And Further Education
- Professional Qualifications
- Postgraduate Courses
- Short Courses And Part-Time Study
- Finding Scholarships
- Study Methods In The Uk
- Uk Academic Culture
- Know What Is Required
- Sources Of Advice And Help
- Fees For Uk Courses
- Entrance Qualifications For Study In The Uk
- Attending Uk Interviews To Finalise Your Place On A Course
- Studying For Six Months Or More
- Work Visas
- Bringing A Dependant To The Uk While You Study
- Schooling For Your Children While You Study
- New Rules About Student Support For Eu Nationals (16 August 05, First Posted 6 June 05)
- Healthcare For You And Your Family While You Study
- Finding A Job While You Study
- Student Discount Card
- London Transport Student Travel Discount Card
- Other Useful Student Information Sites
Basic Employment Laws
- Your Job And The Law
- Your Contract Of Employment
- Are You An Employee Or A Worker?
- Two Kinds Of Employment Right
- Your Rights Timetable
- Your Working Time Rights
- Family Friendly? Rights For Parents
- Your Dismissal Rights
- Health And Safety
- Taking A Case To An Employment Tribunal
- Trade Unions
- More Advice
National Insurance And Taxation
- Obtaining A National Insurance Number
- Taxation
- Taxation For Company Owners
Starting A Business
- Uk Law
- Forming Your Own Company
- Public Limited Companies
- Community Interest Companies (Cics)
- Once You’re Up And Running
- What Else Must I Tell Companies House?
- Further Information
Vat: The Basics
- Registering And Charging Vat
- After Registration
Childcare, Schools And Education
- Choosing Childcare
- Overview Of The Education System
- Successful Schools
- Understanding The National Curriculum For England
- Choosing Schools
- School Term Dates And Holidays
- Colleges And Universities
Housing
- Backpacker And Student Housing In London
- Types Of Longer-Term Accommodation
- Before Renting In The Uk – Additional Costs And Considerations
- Deciding Where To Live
- Buying Or Renting
- Buying A House
- Renting
Healthcare
- About The Nhs
- About Nhs Direct Online And The Nhs Direct Telephone Service
- Nhs Walk-In Centres
- Emergency Services
- Registering With A Doctor (Commonly Known As Gps – General Practitioners)
- Finding A Gp, Dentist, Optician Or Pharmacy
- Prescriptions
- All The Contacts You Need
- Private Health Schemes
Transport 2
- Driving In The Uk
- London Congestion Charge
- Black Cabs And Licensed Minicabs
- London Underground (Lu)
- National Rail
Moving To The Uk
- Shipping/Air Freight
- Deciding What To Take
- Pets To The Uk
- Before You Depart For The Uk
Arriving In The Uk
- Links From The Main Airports
- Money For Your Immediate Needs
- Public Phone Boxes
- Useful Contacts
Lifestyle And Leisure
- Leisure Activities
- Where To Go And What To Do
- Top Tourist Attractions In London
- Other Top Uk Attractions
- Eurostar And Eurotunnel
- Need More Ideas On Things To Do?
Useful Information - Things You Need To Know
- Currency In The Uk
- Tipping
- Cost Of Living
- Opening A Bank Account
- Banks And Building Societies
- Postage System
- Voting – Who Can Vote?
- Media
- Internet And Telephones
- Voltage
- Pets
- Refuse Collection
- Language
- Religion
- Utilities
- British Summer Time
- Bank And Public Holidays In England, Wales And Northern Ireland
- Weather And Climate
- What To Wear In The Uk
- Fitness
Crossing The Cultural Divide
- What Is Culture Shock? (From Www.Ukcosa.Org.Uk)
- A Model Of Culture Shock
- Effects Of Culture Shock
- How To Help Yourself
Useful Contacts
- Telephone Services
- Embassies And High Commissions
- Independent Visa Advice
- Government Departments
- For International Students
- Other Useful Contact Details
- Banks
- Maps
- British Tourist Authority
- Education In The Uk
- Transport

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