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Time and a word or two
The UK uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) as its time system. The whole country uses the same system. We are one hour behind Paris and five hours ahead of New York. It’s worth taking a trip to Greenwich by train, … Continue reading
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Money matters IV
Here in the UK, if you buy something, it may be subject to a fixed, country-wide sales tax called Value Added Tax (VAT). It’s 20%. Some items don’t have a tax and are exempt or zero rated, but for most … Continue reading
Money matters II
Theatres, concerts etc London used to be famous for its theatre life. Now, it’s mostly the same as anywhere else. But you can find interesting local productions if you look around. More theatres use dynamic pricing. As shows become popular, … Continue reading