MyGP reveal 73% of British holiday makers intend to stay in the UK this summer due to delays in Government vaccination passports, as England’s safest staycation destinations are revealed. Data from myGP revealed that 73% of British holidaymakers are planning a staycation this summer, rather than travelling abroad.Amongst those planning to travel abroad, 84% were happy to use any NHS-assured app to prove their vaccination status.Government clarity is needed on which NHS-assured apps will be accepted for vaccine-verification ahead of international travel. To date, myGP have deployed the functionality to 97% of England’s population.49% of British holiday makers will take…
Author: Natasha Bloom
When you’re trying to find the right online employee time clock for your particular situation, budget, or business, it can be tricky reading through all the reviews to figure out what’s real and what’s been hyped up for no reason. The truth is, both good and bad reviews can have their exaggerations that make you steer away from a particular product. The key to finding the right one for you is knowing what to avoid when searching for online time clock software reviews. In this article, we’ll be going over the main things to avoid when starting your search into…
Now, more than ever, you have to ensure your family stays insulated from any pathogen that could cause illness in your family. COVID-19 is especially dangerous to those who have weakened immune systems. Water purifier filters, when changed regularly, can help safeguard your family from any illness that could compromise their immune system. It’s an added measure of safety that is wise to make a habit in these days of the pandemic. Water quality has entered the digital age with the help of companies like Snaptec. They produce a line of water filters that take all the guesswork out of…
It’s fair to say the UK enjoys an alcoholic beverage or two from time to time. From lagers to cocktails, the alcoholic drink industry continues to concoct a variety of drinks for us to try. However, the rise of the non-alcoholic drinks market has changed the face of the industry forever. With an increasing number of people swapping their pints for a non-alcoholic one, the sale of non-alcoholic beer grew by 58 per cent between 2019 and 2020. As for alcohol, Beck’s reported a year-on-year decline in sales by 26 per cent in 2019, along with Carlsberg Pilsner declining by…
It’s likely that everyone will accidentally misgender someone at some point. While few do so with the intent to cause any offence, it’s important to know what to do in response. Great societal movements such as the LGBTQ+ community have become an integral part of all our lives, and they help to promote acceptance and diversity in the workplace. This is essential to creating a friendly and comfortable environment for everyone. So, what should you do if you accidentally misgender someone at work? Here, we discuss the importance of using the correct pronouns when talking to co-workers and what to…
Soon, warmer days will be upon us, where we will likely feel happier and have more energy. Have you ever thought about how the weather can affect your mental health? In this article we discuss how the weather and climate can affect mental health. The rain Unless you love feeling cosy on rainy days and curling up with a book by the fire, rainy days can get us down. If it’s cold and dreary, the dark and heavy clouds can limit sunlight getting to us, which can impact our mood when it happens for a consistent amount of time. Interestingly,…
There are often periods in life when you have to take a step back and simply appreciate the sheer beauty and magnificence of what is in front of you. Here in the UK we are blessed with a number of these incomparable beauty spots. From the colossal heights of the 282 Munros in the Highlands to the rugged rocks that litter the Giants Causeway. There are some occasions, however, when the admiration we project deserves to be directed in the way of a manufactured item. Admittedly, every model of car boasts something unique, whether it be environmental efficiency, technologic innovation,…
The pandemic made 2020 a difficult year for everyone in the UK. With fears of ‘turning back the clock’ on gender equality being raised, some experts suggest that women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. With this in mind, we must reflect on just how powerful the feminist movement has been, and why it is important we keep this momentum going. Over the years we have seen some major changes in society occur as a result of this movement – from how women are represented in the media to economic empowerment. Despite the setbacks of the pandemic, we’ve proven…
When it comes to contraception, there are so many options it can be difficult to know where to start. What’s more, with so much speculation and different rumours surrounding contraceptive methods, it can often be tricky to find the facts and know which method is best suited to you. The pill, which is the most popular form of birth control for women in England, has long been surrounded by questions and between 2019 and 2020, there have been significant increases in search volumes around pill-related queries. So, let’s find out what people have been searching for the most frequently, and…
Have you noticed the trend of the last year that is continuing into 2021? Nostalgia has been the focus for many industries in the UK, which isn’t surprising given how we have spent the last year. Nostalgia is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as “a sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period in the past”, which likely arose as we spent months in lockdown wishing for the good old days of freedom and making fun memories. Nostalgia is appearing in all areas – retro fashion, music, makeup, even social media! Apps are getting involved in creating nostalgic features such…