Living

Settling in the UK? Whether you’re looking for a job or your nearest chip shop, here’s our list of 10 things to do during your first week.

Get to know the British with these tips on etiquette in the UK. Master the nuances of social situations, dining, and more.

Elderly care in the United Kingdom has historically taken place in nursing homes, but new research suggests that elderly UK residents are increasingly seeking out live-in care.

Childcare in the UK consists of a mix of public and private provisions, and we explain the different types available and how to access them.

You can get a family visa in the UK if you want to join relatives. Learn all about the different visa types and how to apply.

Your child can attend a preschool in the UK until they start school at four or five. Here are the things to consider when choosing a daycare.

Pets in the UK are much-loved members of the family, with dogs and cats equal in the popularity stakes and people’s hearts.

Need proof of address in the UK to open a bank account or rent a flat? This guide explains which documents are commonly acceptable as proof of address and how to get them. You may need to provide proof of address in the UK when setting up many aspects of your new life after you […]

Ready for a day off? Here’s a list of bank holidays in the UK, as well as other important calendar dates for 2024, 2025, and 2026.

What are the key features of the British government and political system? Find out how UK politics work and which parties you can vote for.

National Insurance is an essential part of UK social security. Find out what it covers and what expats are entitled to.

Having some problems in the British Isles? This list of UK emergency numbers and helplines will get you out of any sticky situation.

Having a basic idea about crime in the UK and an understanding of the legal system can make you feel much safer while living there.

Which home insurance do you need in the UK? Whether you own or rent, find out how to protect your home with our guide.

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, letting you download a mobile plan without swapping a physical SIM. For travellers, expats, and digital nomads heading to the UK, it means landing with data already set up. This guide compares UK eSIM providers by price, data, coverage, hotspot support, and ease of setup. […]

From shopping local and freezing leftovers to bagging discounts, learn how to eat healthy food on the cheap in the UK with these simple tips.

This guide explains how to connect to UK utilities and pay your utility bills, plus includes a list of water, electricity and gas utility companies in the UK.

It’s hard to escape the news in the UK. Whether it’s good or bad, here’s how to stay in touch with what’s happening around the world.

Need a phone number in the UK? Whether you’re in London or Leeds, here’s how to get your digits sorted with a local SIM or mobile plan.

Getting up home in the UK? Get connected with our guide to setting up broadband, home phone, and TV in the United Kingdom.

Want to make your new life in the UK a little greener? Find out how with our list of 10 simple steps towards sustainable living in the UK.

Enjoying the taste of life in the United Kingdom? Find out about supermarkets and grocery stores in the UK and bring those flavors home.

Not sure where to buy all those household essentials for your life in the United Kingdom? Find out with our helpful guide to shopping in the UK.

Just moved to the United Kingdom? Find out which apps you need to download onto your phone with our list of the top 10 must-have apps in the UK.

Do you know how recycling and garbage collections work in the UK? Brush up your knowledge and live greener with our helpful guide.

Find out everything you need to know about the UK postal service, from sending your belongings overseas to finding your nearest post box.

Want to know the latest goings-on in the United Kingdom? From British dramas to live sport, find out how with our guide to TV and radio in the UK.

Getting married in the UK? Here’s what you should know about the requirements, process, paperwork and British wedding traditions.

Think dating in the UK is all dry humor and bad weather? (Well, you’re not completely wrong.) Here’s how to find love and make it work.

Had enough? (Good for you!) Here’s what you need to know about filing for a divorce or dissolution in the UK.

Looking to go from A(berdeen) to B(arnstaple) and C(olchester) by car? Discover what you need to know about driving in the UK.

Learn everything you need to know about trains, buses, metros, and more with our guide to public transport in the UK.

Getting behind the wheel? Make sure you drive on the left and are fully covered with our guide to car insurance in the UK.

Get up to speed on driver’s licenses in the UK, and you’ll be able to explore the country of pubs and tea in no time.

Learn how you can import, buy, and register a car in the UK, and gear up to explore the country’s historic glory in your own set of wheels.