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Living And Working In The UK
Mathew Collins, Nicky Barclay

This book provides advice on moving to the UK, including how to get a visa, looking for employment and applying for jobs...

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Mathew Collins, Nicky Barclay - Mathew Collins is the Managing Partner of the International Visa Consultancy, Ambler Collins, based in London. He has many years experience assisting individuals, families and companies in preparing and processing successful visa applications to live in the UK and Europe.

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Living And Working In The Uk

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  1. Preface
  2. United Kingdom Past And Present Uk Or Britain?; Britain’s Overseas Territories And Crown Dependencies; Living In The Uk; Key Facts And Figures; The Uk’s Capital; Brief History Of Britain; Overview And History Of The Monarchy; Overview Of Uk Government; About Political Parties; Government
  3. The Uk As Part Of The European Union What Is The Eu?; Eu Size And Key Figures At A Glance; The Uk As A Member State; The European Parliament;
  4. Managed Migration Citizenship;
  5. The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme What Is The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme?; How Long Will I Be Allowed To Stay In The Uk As A Highly Skilled Migrant?; Can My Family Join Me In The Uk?;
  6. Work Permit Approved Employment Company Requirements; Individual Requirements;
  7. Spouses, Fiancé/es And Unmarried Partners How Do I Qualify To Join My Spouse Or Partner In The Uk?; How Do I Qualify To Join My Fiancé, Fiancée Or Proposed Partner In The Uk?; How Do I Qualify To Join My Unmarried Or Same-Sex Partner In The Uk?;
  8. Eea Nationals Do I Have A Right Of Residence In The Uk?; What Rights Do I Have If I Want To Work In The Uk?; Your Family’s Rights;
  9. The Working Holidaymaker Scheme What Is The Working Holidaymaker Scheme?; How Do I Qualify?; How Long Can I Stay?; How Much And What Type Of Employment Can I Undertake?;
  10. Visas And Residency What Is A Visa?; Student Visa; Ancestry Visa; Visitor Visa; Entry Clearance; Indefinite Leave To Remain (Ilr); Long Residency Visa;
  11. Registration As A British Citizen
  12. Proposed Migration Policy
  13. Employment The Main Job Sectors And What You Can Expect; Where To Find Work; Applying For Jobs;
  14. How To Write The Perfect Cv And Cover Letter Cv Structure; General Tips; Effective Cvs – A Standard Two-Page Printed Cv; How To Write The Perfect Cover Letter; Career History; Education; Leisure Activities;
  15. Before You Go For Interview How To Research Companies; Pre-Interview Planning;
  16. Attending The Interview Dress To Impress; Body Language; References; Some Other Useful Tips; Top Ten Interview Questions – And How You Should Answer Them; Other Questions An Employer May Ask;
  17. Attending Assessment Centres What To Expect From An Assessment Centre; What Can An Assessment Centre Consist Of?; Examples Of Verbal Critical Reasoning; Psychometric Tests; Presentation Exercise;
  18. Aspects Of Employment Temporary Employment; Employed Or Self-Employed?; Tips On Keeping Your Job In The Uk;
  19. Studying In The Uk Student Visa Overview; Conditions Of Being A Student In The Uk; Finding A Uk-Based Course; Degree Courses; Vocational And Further Education; Professional Qualifications; Postgraduate Courses; Short Courses And Part-Time Study; Finding Scholarships; Study M
  20. Basic Employment Laws Your Job And The Law; Your Contract Of Employment; Are You An Employee Or A Worker?; Two Kinds Of Employment Right; Your Rights Timetable; Your Working Time Rights; Family Friendly? Rights For Parents; Your Dismissal Rights; Health And Safety; Taking A Cas
  21. National Insurance And Taxation Obtaining A National Insurance Number; Taxation; Taxation For Company Owners;
  22. Starting A Business Uk Law; Forming Your Own Company; Public Limited Companies; Community Interest Companies (Cics); Once You’re Up And Running; What Else Must I Tell Companies House?; Further Information;
  23. Vat: The Basics Registering And Charging Vat; After Registration;
  24. Childcare, Schools And Education Choosing Childcare; Overview Of The Education System; Successful Schools; Understanding The National Curriculum For England; Choosing Schools; School Term Dates And Holidays; Colleges And Universities;
  25. Housing Backpacker And Student Housing In London; Types Of Longer-Term Accommodation; Before Renting In The Uk – Additional Costs And Considerations; Deciding Where To Live; Buying Or Renting; Buying A House; Renting;
  26. Healthcare About The Nhs; About Nhs Direct Online And The Nhs Direct Telephone Service; Nhs Walk-In Centres; Emergency Services; Registering With A Doctor (Commonly Known As Gps – General Practitioners); Finding A Gp, Dentist, Optician Or Pharmacy; Prescriptions; All
  27. Transport Driving In The Uk; London Congestion Charge; Black Cabs And Licensed Minicabs; London Underground (Lu); National Rail;
  28. Moving To The Uk Shipping/Air Freight; Deciding What To Take; Pets To The Uk; Before You Depart For The Uk;
  29. Arriving In The Uk Links From The Main Airports; Money For Your Immediate Needs; Public Phone Boxes; Useful Contacts;
  30. Lifestyle And Leisure Leisure Activities; Where To Go And What To Do; Top Tourist Attractions In London; Other Top Uk Attractions; Eurostar And Eurotunnel; Need More Ideas On Things To Do?;
  31. Useful Information - Things You Need To Know Currency In The Uk; Tipping; Cost Of Living; Opening A Bank Account; Banks And Building Societies; Postage System; Voting – Who Can Vote?; Media; Internet And Telephones; Voltage; Pets; Refuse Collection; Language; Religion; Utilities; British Summer Time;
  32. Crossing The Cultural Divide What Is Culture Shock? (From Www.Ukcosa.Org.Uk); A Model Of Culture Shock; Effects Of Culture Shock; How To Help Yourself;
  33. Useful Contacts Telephone Services; Embassies And High Commissions; Independent Visa Advice; Government Departments; For International Students; Other Useful Contact Details; Banks; Maps; British Tourist Authority; Education In The Uk; Transport;