Skiing Tragedies Over the Christmas Holidays

It is never easy to hear of skiing tragedies occurring at any time, let alone during an eagerly anticipated family skiing holiday. 

According to news reports, two British skiers lost their lives over the holidays.  In one incident, a husband and…

Ski Insurance Without Too Much Pain

Getting away for the holidays and off to the ski slopes is proving a real challenge for many, what with the freezing temperatures and snow here in the UK and parts of Europe.

Ouch…. It’s not so bad if the only injuries are to…

London – Christmas Tube and Rail Strikes

We hate to even mention it…  However, judging by various reports floating about on the internet, it appears that UK rail passengers could face travel challenges over the Christmas period.  There are rumours and reports of more strikes involving the…

France and European Day of Action – 15 December

Tomorrow, 15 December 2010, is designated as a European Day of Action. 

A delegation from the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) and Belgian trade unions plan to form a belt around the European Commission HQ in the Schuman District of…

Driving in Winter – General Tips and Reminders

The forecast calls for more severe wintry weather to hit the UK by the coming weekend. 

If you have yet to equip your car with basic emergency supplies there is still time.  If you are stuck for stocking stuffer ideas…

The Skier Safety Code and Ski Insurance

Those already addicted to the thrill of skiing or boarding - the spectacular scenery and fresh mountain air - will not need us to remind them that it is a fantastic sport. 

However, whether you are a complete beginner, intermediate, or seasoned expert…

Skiing this Winter? Don’t Forget Insurance!

The Foreign Office (FO) recently issued a warning to the more than one million British skiers heading off to the slopes this season. 

Their research revealed that almost one third of skiers admit they do not take out insurance for their wintersports…

Juventus v Man City 16 Dec

Manchester City travel out to Italy to meet Juventus in a UEFA Europa League match on Thursday, 16 December 2010.  The venue is the Stadio Olympico in Turin with kick off at 7pm local time (6pm UK time).

The Foreign…

Tube Strike 28-29 November

Bad news for commuters and those needing to travel about London tomorrow.  Underground rail workers are going on strike again this evening from 6:30 pm, Sunday 28 November 2010.  Travel disruption is expected to continue throughout Monday with services returning…

Greece – New Strike Dates

The Foreign Office (FCP) has published further dates for strikes in Greece. 

• 25 November 2010:  Public and private sector unions plan a three-hour work stoppage from 12 noon until 3pm
• 15 December:  A 24-hour general strike is planned.  Disruption to

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