Child Safety Online The internet can be a fantastic place for children and young people to talk to friends, be creative and have fun. However, just like in the real world, parents and carers need to be aware of the dangers they may face and take steps to keep them safe online. The lucrative world of online games is expanding with varied options of car and bike racing, aircraft games available at sites such as jet x. Reduce their risk by following these simple tips: Set up and use parental control software on children’s computer, mobile and games consoles. Keep the computer…
Author: Alejandro Quintana
The government has yesterday published the legislation which will incorporate new European regulations on mortgage lending into UK law. These new regulations, which are set out in the EU Mortgage Credit Directive, set common standards that EU members need to meet in order to protect consumers taking out loans to buy a residential property. The government has already introduced a number of major reforms to mortgage lending, including creating new, stronger regulators with powers to ensure people only borrow what they can afford to repay, as well as tackle any future risks to financial stability from the mortgage market at a…
Photo Credit: mrw.co.uk Merseyside’s residents can get their hands on free recycling bags this January in exchange for unwanted or broken electrical items. The giveaway, involving all 13 Merseyside Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs), is aiming to stop precious metals used in electronics and electrical equipment ending up in landfill. Visitors to the region’s HWRCs will get a free heavy duty recycling bag in exchange for broken or unused small electrical and electronic waste items – anything from hairdryers, hair straighteners and children’s electronic toys to radios, DVD players, mobile phones, kettles, toasters, power tools and more. Household Waste Recycling…