I’ve just been acting in a movie entitled ‘Instant Death’, shot in Bristol and starring Lou Ferrigno, aka The Incredible Hulk. A great experience. Continue reading
The Incredible Hulk Hits Bristol … and Knocks Me Out Too
Take a Nap, Avoid a Heart Attack or Stroke
Midday naps reduce blood pressure levels. They can thus reduce the risk of a heart attack or a stroke, according to research just presented at the ESC Congress in London. Continue reading
Eight Keys to a Happy Retirement
A study of 100 retired people produced a list of eight success factors for a happy retirement. Continue reading
Win Champagne with the ‘Scrooge and Splurge Challenge’
A launch event for a Bristol author’s personal finance book also launched a new challenge. ‘Scrooge and Splurge’ stands for small economies, followed by large extravagances. The author offers a bottle of champagne for readers’ entries. Continue reading
Housing Policy: Listening to the Wise Men
Views on the culture and operation of the UK housing market from two non-politicians: Campbell Rudd, CEO of Shelter and Kevin McCloud, host of high-profile TV show Grand Designs. Continue reading
No Way to Run a Railway
Rail ticket prices in the UK are often high. Bristol to London is allegedly the most expensive journey in Europe in cost per mile. Bargains can be found but the pricing structure is excessively complicated. Continue reading
Wonga to Announce Huge Losses … Could Credit Unions Fill the Gap?
A report from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said the UK’s credit unions should be expanded as a major source of affordable ethical lending; and the expansion should be financed by a levy on the consumer credit industry. The report received wide support from religious leaders. Continue reading
Debt: Self-Employed People Struggling, Says Charity
A report by the debt advice charity StepChange pointed up two main issues:
1. Regional variations in debt burden.
2. The special risks for self-employed people. Continue reading
WANT SOMETHING DONE? ASK A BUSY PERSON
I needed a foreword for my book’s new edition. My first choice was Simon Read of The Independent newspaper; but I didn’t know him. The process reminded me of the truth of the saying “if you want something done, ask a busy person.”
OVERSPENT AT CHRISTMAS? CREDIT CARD BILLS PILING UP? NEW BOOK HELPS FIND SOLUTIONS
A new book aims to help people facing debt problems, whether triggered by Christmas overspend or any other cause. Author Michael J MacMahon says: “it doesn’t matter what was the cause of your debt problems; the principles for deciding on, and implementing, the best solution are the same.” Continue reading