Fully updated and revised 4th edition. Essential reading for anyone planning to live or work in Britain and the most up-to-date source of practical information available about everyday life. It's guaranteed to hasten your introduction to the British way of life, and, most importantly, will save you time, trouble and money! The best-selling and most comprehensive book about living and working in Britain since it was first published in 1991, containing up to three times as much information as similar books!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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I am a military spouse and will be moving to Britain soon. I was hoping this book would have more "meat" on living in England, what to expect, things that would be useful to know, their culture,etc... This book is great if you are moving to Britain and need to learn about medical insurance, doctors, vets, taxes, dentists, immigration, postal services, education, etc...
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Excellent for anyone moving to the UK for any reason,
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Many books about moving to Britain are written for people who are moving there, short term: Military families, people who're being transferred by their companies, etc.
Those books focus on things like storing the belongings you leave behind, and generally treating your time in the UK as a very extended holiday... even if it'll be several years. They only briefly cover the things that the military and/or corporate offices may take care of, including work papers, initial housing, taxes, etc. 'Living and Working in Britain' includes some of that information, but it's even more useful for people like my husband and me: We plan to move to the UK, permanently. This book attempts to untangle the most confusing issues while reminding readers of the little things that you may not even think of. I'm looking forward to the new edition of this book, but -- in the meantime -- this is definitely the most comprehensive book I've seen for someone planning a permanent move to Britain. Even if you'll be there for just a couple of years, I think you'll benefit from the detailed coverage of everyday life in Britain. This book is definitely a must-read for anyone moving to the UK, short- or long-term.
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Great resource!,
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This is a great resource that encompasses all the concerns that a person would have if considering moving to Britain! The book is well organized and easy to understand.
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Finding a job in the UK isn't always as straightforward as the unemployment figures suggest, even for qualified and experienced people seeking work in the UK's major cities. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
teletext information service, entry clearance, relocation consultants, independent taxation, motoring organisations, home contents insurance, assured shorthold tenancy, permanent health insurance, aerial sports, entry certificate, cheque guarantee card, provisional licence, letting property Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Northern Ireland, Inland Revenue, European Union, Home Office, Great Britain, Jobcentre Plus, Royal Mail, Citizens Advice Bureau, North America, New Zealand, British Council, National Health Service, Channel Islands, European Economic Area, House of Commons, Isle of Man, Open University, Time Out, United Kingdom, Automobile Association, British Isles, West End, World Service, American Express, Christmas Day New!
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Finding a job in the UK isn't always as straightforward as the unemployment figures suggest, even for qualified and experienced people seeking work in the UK's major cities. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
teletext information service, entry clearance, relocation consultants, independent taxation, motoring organisations, home contents insurance, assured shorthold tenancy, permanent health insurance, aerial sports, entry certificate, cheque guarantee card, provisional licence, letting property Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Northern Ireland, Inland Revenue, European Union, Home Office, Great Britain, Jobcentre Plus, Royal Mail, Citizens Advice Bureau, North America, New Zealand, British Council, National Health Service, Channel Islands, European Economic Area, House of Commons, Isle of Man, Open University, Time Out, United Kingdom, Automobile Association, British Isles, West End, World Service, American Express, Christmas Day New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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