Schooling
“Phenomenal growth” for international schools as student numbers reach 3 million
New figures published this week show that the number of children attending the world’s international schools has passed three million, a number which has tripled since 2002. While much of the growth h...
Property
Stamp-duty rush boosts mortgage market activity
Demand from first-time buyers looking to beat the end of the stamp-duty holiday bolstered mortgage market activity in January, according to a new report.The latest Housing Market Activity Report by ...
Careers
Employment prospects in London to be boosted by Olympic Games, suggests study
The Olympic Games will have a positive impact on employer hiring intentions in London, a new study has found. The latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey shows that more businesses in the capital are...
Finance
Bank increases fixed-term savings rates for expats
Despite forecasting that the Bank of England’s base interest rate will not rise until mid-2014, Lloyds TSB International has announced that, from today, it will be increasing the gross interest rate...
Health
Working abroad? Make sure you have the right medical insurance
Taking out appropriate medical insurance is essential if you decide to relocate overseas. Kevin Melton, sales director at international health insurance provider AXA PPP International, looks at survey...
International
More holiday? No thanks! Switzerland rejects employment reforms
Most employees would jump at the chance to increase their holiday entitlement by two weeks. But not in Switzerland.Voters in the Alpine nation have rejected proposals to increase annual minimum paid ...
Parents and Family
First online toy and book library helps parents prioritise play
KidsLibrary UK Limited, a new business offering a toy and book rental service for babies and pre-schoolers, launched this week. KidsLibrary gives expatriates the convenience and comfort of toys and bo...
Lifestyle
UK prepares for Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations
The UK is currently stepping up preparations for one of the major events of London 2012 - the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.The celebrations for the monarch's 60-year reign will centre around the extended ...
