The impact of youth homelessness can be devastating for young people who find themselves caught up in it. It can lead to a downward spiral, as a young person finds it hard to get or hold down a job, access education and services and rapidly fall behind their peers. Young people living rough or in precarious, temporary accommodation for any length of time are much more likely to end up permanently disadvantaged. Youth homelessness all too often becomes long-term homelessness with all the subsequent consequences that can have for life outcomes. Studies have shown that the average life expectancy for…
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With the UK currently experiencing a recession, this unfortunately means that redundancies are starting to become more prevalent as businesses struggle to stay afloat. According to data from the ONS, the rate of redundancies increased to 3.4 per 1,000 employees in September to November last year. Redundancy is a difficult decision to make, and is usually the last resort for businesses that are attempting to save enough money to continue operating. Ultimately, making redundancies will never be an entirely positive decision, however, there are ways to make the process easier for both the employer and employee. Commenting on the need…
There’s no better feeling that when winter starts to pass, cold nights and darker days can really bring some people’s moods down and this has a knock on effect when it comes to cleaning your home. After the rush of Christmas, the hustle of having family members in and out of your home creating memories that will last a lifetime, the best way to reset is to have a good spring clean. We’re here to help ensure that you cover all areas of your home to help you start the new year fresh and clean in a home that you…
The Office for National Statistics has reported retail sales figures in Great Britain for December: Charlie Huggins, Head of Equities at Wealth Club commented: “The decline in retail sales volumes accelerated in December, with consumers starting to cut back on spending because of increased prices and affordability concerns. Online sales were particularly weak as the absence of lockdown restrictions, and the Royal Mail strikes encouraged more last minute shoppers into stores. However, the real test for retailers will be what happens in 2023. Pressure on UK consumers is mounting and is likely to build in the coming months. With many people on fixed rate…
Precautionary measures are necessary to help maintain a healthy, growing business. Whether this is for the wellbeing of your employees or your company finances, knowing where potential pitfalls and problems are could help improve your business strategy. Efficiency and safety are essential for the productivity of your employees. This is important whether you are a new start-up or an established business. Here, we will explore ways of implementing precautionary measures into your business and why they are important for future success. How to implement precautionary measures? Identifying and planning To start implementing precautionary measuring into your business, you first need…
For many people, buying a new car is the second-biggest purchase they’ll ever make, after purchasing their home. A new car isn’t much of an investment, however – as soon as you drive it away from the showroom, its value will take a huge hit. Often, new car buyers are shocked to find out how much their car’s value will depreciate. You can typically expect your car’s value to drop by 10-40% in your first year of ownership, meaning you could be left with a car that’s worth just over half of what you paid for it a year prior.…
Finance roles are in high demand, mainly due to the specific set of skills needed for roles. Whilst there are plenty of finance graduate job listings all around Europe, which country has the most? CMC Markets has used data from EuroJobs to discover which European country has the most finance graduate job listings in the last 30 days. Country Number of Entry-Level Finance Graduate Listings (EuroJobs) Average Finance Grad Job Salary (EUR) Average Finance Grad Job Salary (GBP) France 114,947 €39,171 £33,801 United Kingdom 113,952 €36,675 £31,613 Germany 66,338 €40,000 £34,516 Netherlands 32,352 €43,910 £37,890 Italy 12,539 €28,000 £24,161 Poland 10,100 €30,561 £26,343 Belgium 9,426 €37,557 £32,408 Switzerland 9,390 €70,942 £61,147 Ireland 9,334 €30,000 £25,887 Spain 5,099 €30,818 £26,593 Portugal 3,263 €22,818 £19,689 Austria 2,814 €33,345 £28,773 Denmark 2,565 €60,029 £51,711 Sweden 2,084 €44,136 £38,016 Greece 1,305 €24,816 £21,414 Romania 902 €12,871 £11,090 Norway 772 €45,649 £39,332 Hungary 690 €16,559 £14,268 Finland 421 €36,000 £31,064 Turkey 300 €12,547 £10,816 France takes first place as the European country with the most graduate jobs in finance, with 114,947 job listings in the last 30 days. The average salary for a graduate finance job in France is €39,171 or £33,801. The UK is next,…
With many hoping to keep energy costs down, Brits are being offered hacks to keep warm in bed on chilly nights. Fitted furniture experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk are offering six tips to warm up and drift off to sleep during the colder months. Cold weather can negatively impact sleep, with many waking up through the night to try and make themselves warmer in bed. With heating bills rising, Brits are being encouraged to look to other methods for heating up, including changing their bed position and drinking a sleep encouraging nightcap. Nic Shacklock, from Online-Bedrooms said: “A lot of us struggle with getting to sleep…
As soon as you drive your shiny new car off the forecourt, it loses value. It’s unsurprising, given that the car is no longer new, but many car owners will be shocked to find out how much their car’s value depreciates – and how quickly it does. Generally, you can expect to lose between 10% and 40% of your car’s value in the first 12 months alone. However, there are a vast range of factors which dictate how much values will be lost, and how quickly your car’s value will drop. By taking an active role in maintaining your car’s…
Online gambling is on the rise in South Africa. Fast internet, access to mobile phones, new online casinos being launched and fair government laws make online casinos a sought-after activity. Online gambling in South Africa has seen significant growth in recent years, with more and more people turning to the internet to place bets and play casino games. This trend is driven by a number of factors, including the convenience and accessibility of online gambling, as well as the increased availability of mobile devices and high-speed internet. Unlike traditional brick-and-mortar casinos, online gambling sites can be accessed from anywhere, at…