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Forget immigration statistics — the true number is much higher The release of immigration numbers by the Office for National Statistics will cause uproar — and quite rightly. However, these numbers only tell part of the story. In 2017 I researched and was the first to break the news about the number of National Insurance numbers that were being issued…

Only a total muppet would have a problem with that — Well, it’s finally happened. After three years on Medium, I’ve just been rejected by a publication for being British. Excuse me madam?! I could still submit if I made the article less “UK-centric,” presumably by removing the sole reference to the NHS and monetary amounts given in pounds sterling, the…

British food is mocked around the globe — perhaps a little unfairly. — When you think of great food, you might think of fresh sushi, pizza straight from a wood-fired oven, or Texan barbecue. Perhaps you admire France’s extensive network of fine dining establishments, or you love the availability of cheap and convenient street food in Mexico. However, there’s one thing that…

Have you ever wondered how the evil stepmother trope came to be in our stories from our childhood? From the Old German fairy tales to Disney, this trope is used time and time again, but where did it all start? The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, are best known…

As promised, I’m starting a series of articles about tax matters and how I am or will be dealing with them. I am higher-earner. High income comes with a hefty price that is higher tax bracket. And there is no human being in the universe that likes to pay taxes…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), a global hub for trade and innovation, served as the final leg of a fruitful Gulf trade trip. This visit was marked by engaging discussions and exciting developments that underscored the UAE’s prominence as a key economic player. …

Across the spectrum of music listeners, there appears to be a strong opinion on the influence of social media, particularly TikTok — the three-minute spin-off of Vine (2013), on the production and progression of music released today. The first thing you encounter when searching for TikTok’s influence on music is…

We’ve got some thrilling news for you — Monedata is packing up and heading to London! We’re taking this step to supercharge our services and enhance your experience. And what better place to do this than in the heart of the UK’s tech scene? You might wonder, “Why London?” Let’s…

Yesterday, the UK announced that from January 2024 most postgraduate students will not be allowed to bring their family to the UK. The update also means that from January 2024, students can’t switch their visas until they complete the course. Previously, students come in and some immediately switch to the…