Lifestyle news for students and graduates
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29 June 2009
Transport for London to start new scheme
A new development initiative by Transport for London (TfL) will enhance the centre of Gants Hill and give local travellers a more agreeable environment.
Director of Road Network Management for the institution Dana Skelley said its aim is to minimise disruption while still providing an excellent service.
She said: "This work will really help to bring Gants Hill town centre to life, with areas for local pedestrians and cyclists to pause and enjoy the improved environment." -
28 April 2009
Holidaymakers warned about new US visa rules
Travel insurance will not cover those who are refused entry into the US, it has been claimed.
The warning, which was made by travel insurance specialist InsureandGo, may be of interest to those planning to embark on a gap year holiday in the country.
Perry Wilson, founder of the company, said travellers need to make sure they have the new visa before flying to the US. -
14 April 2009
Projects Abroad: Redundant workers considering gap year breaks
A growing number of people who have been made redundant as a result of the economic downturn are considering taking a gap year holiday, it has emerged.
Ian Birbeck, Recruitment Director at Project Abroad, said that most enquiries tend to come from graduates and gap year students, however more and more people who have lost their jobs are also thinking about volunteering.
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RAF graduate to enter Miss England
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Veterinary student launches campaign to save dog
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Dubai not just for the rich, claims author
4 March 2009
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Boost your CV with uVolunteer
2 March 2009
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Volunteering gap year full of opprtunties, claims medical student
27 February 2009
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26 February 2009
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Database to record details of gap year graduates
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