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Design for modern living
PROPERTY developer Hilcreed Homes has launched a new house type, the Hunton, at its latest housing site in Kings Hill, Kent. Hilcreed's sales and marketing director Dean Markall believes it is important for the company to be forward thinking in their
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History is restored
An old military base in Woolwich is being converted into stylish new homes Occupying an important position at the heart of one of the nation's most historic military establishments, My HQ is one of the largest and most impressive buildings to be
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Dodgy lodger
Taking in a lodger is becoming a popular way to meet mortgage payments. It may come as no surprise the Zurich Financial Services found money is the main motivation for homeowners deciding to let out a room to a total stranger. One in five people questioned
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Green living at the EcoPark
An award-winning housing association site in Thamesmead is breaking boundaries in the development of green homes KERRY ANN EUSTICE asks what it is about EcoPark which keeps the accolades coming Have you ever considered energy efficiency to be too
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Developing potential
Developing a property can be hard and expensive work. Two homeowners from Gravesend tell KERRY ANN EUSTICE about the highs and lows of their project so far It's practically Sarah Beeny's (Property Ladder) favourite catchphrase, "buy in an up and
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Careers clinic
Managing director of Compass Personnel, Trish Mackinnon, offers her advice on writing a successful CV Now is the time to assess whether your CV has an outdated image and what it really says about you as a future employee of 2006. It is as important
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Careers clinic
Angela Austin asks : I work at a computer for seven hours a day from 10am until 5pm, could you please inform me of my break entitlements. Careers consultant David Sanders answers: The Working Time Regulations 1998 set out the guidelines for rest breaks
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Regulate your rental
Britain's landlords are struggling to get their heads around the complex new Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), according to the latest research from the National Landlords Association (NLA). The HHSRS covers 29 different areas of risk
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Blog 4 by Web Editor
It's the start of a new year, which means it's time to look forward and reflect on the past 12 months. Looking back over the past year, 2005 was fantastic for the News Shopper website. We achieved our best ever audience figures, breaking through the
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Just the Job - dog groomer
Keeping your pet looking pretty is no easy job as KERRY ANN EUSTICE found when she spoke with a dog groomer campaigning to get the industry regulated Qualifications: I have a City and Guild's qualification in dog grooming and an advanced dog groomer
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Just the Job - Santa
The fun of Christmas can be forgotten among all the shopping and cooking. Luckily, as KERRY ANN EUSTICE found there is one man keeping the magic alive Qualifications: There are no specific qualifications you need to be Santa, but I have done some
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Just the Job - private investigator
Private investigators play an essential part in the legal system and work closely alongside solicitors. KERRY ANN EUSTICE talks in secret with an active sleuth Qualifications: I am a full member of the Association of British Investigators (ABI),
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Just the Job - dentist
There has been a recruitment drive recently to tempt more dentists into the NHS. KERRY ANN EUSTICE asks a practising dentist for his insight into the job Qualifications: I have a BDS Honours in Dental Surgery, which I studied in India. I also completed
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Teacher receives honour from Queen
A SCIENCE teacher who has been made an MBE says she is delighted to be recognised for her educational efforts. Lorna Coulson, 54, works as an advanced skills science teacher at Langley Park School for Girls, Hawksbrook Lane, South Eden Park Road, Beckenham
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Support and advice just phone call away
A helpline will offer advice and support to people experiencing emotional distress or those with mental health needs. Callers can talk through their problems and get advice on accessing services such as housing and benefits. Bromley Mental Health Helpline
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CHEMISTS OPEN ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 15
BLACKHEATH, CHARLTON & GREENWICH Sainsbury's, Horn Link Lane, Greenwich. 11am to 5pm. Village Pharmacy, 9 The Village, Chalrton. 6pm to 7pm. ELTHAM, KIDBROOKE, MOTTINGHAM & NEW ELTHAM Boots, 96-104 Eltham High Street. Eltham. 10am to 4pm. Dickinson's
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Parents celebrating New Year arrivals
A COUPLE enjoyed a double dose of New Year celebrations when their child was born on their anniversary. Nine babies were born on News Year's Day at Lewisham Hospital in Lewisham High Street. Parents Colin and Emma Chowdhury, from Hither Green, were
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Open verdict at inquest into pensioner’s death
A CORORNER has recorded an open verdict into the death of a widow found dead near a note and a packet of pills. Pathologist Dr Michael Heath told an inquest into the death of Rose Mary White her body was too decomposed to tell how she had died. The
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News in brief
SING OUT: Lewisham Choral Society meets every Monday evening during term time at Kilmorie Primary School, Forest Hill. Call Brenda Scanlan on 020 8692 3988, email mzeekidogo2000@yahoo.co.ukor pay a visit to the website lewishamchoral.org.uk ON RECORD
