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"Don’t judge a book by its cover"

Fri 9th Dec 2011

I am very pleased that I was able to benefit from attending the above study day run by the Child Brain Injury Trust on 6 December at Blake Lapthorn, New King's Court office in Chandler's Ford.

Health and Safety on School Trips

Fri 9th Dec 2011

As both a parent and personal injury solicitor I was very interested to read the updated Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance on school trips.

The Dark Side of Christmas

Thu 8th Dec 2011

Christmas for many is a time for celebrating with friends, family and work colleagues. However, along with all the fun, accidents are very commonplace at Christmas.

Spending Christmas on the piste? Here are some handy tips to avoid an injury

Thu 8th Dec 2011

Every year there is much talk about whether those heading off for their annual skiing holiday should wear a helmet for added protection. In some resorts it is compulsory for children to wear a helmet, notably in Italy and Austria. Other popular destinations have decided against mandatory ski helmet wearing but in most places they are available for hire.

Let's be safe this winter!

Wed 7th Dec 2011

Listening to breakfast TV this morning motorists were being asked if they have provisions stored in their cars in case of emergency or they get stuck in bad weather.

Top tips if you're heading abroad for some Winter sun...

Wed 7th Dec 2011

With an unusually warm autumn behind us, many will not have considered escaping for some Winter sun. Popular destinations at this time of year can be Egypt, the Canary Islands and the Caribbean.

Amnesia Sufferers Play On

Wed 7th Dec 2011

I was interested to read recently that despite suffering with amnesia, there are reports of people who continue to play music, not just by sight but from memory. There is a suggestion that music, in particular the skill of playing an instrument, is not simply a learnt behaviour. It is something that affects a different memory system and so when the brain is unable to remember the simplest of things, the ability to play music and remember lyrics remains.

Third Central Park Carriage Horse Collapses in just Six Weeks on busy New York Street

Wed 7th Dec 2011

As an animal and horse lover I was really saddened to hear of the recent deaths and illnesses of Hanson carriage horses working in New York.

Has the Traditional Travel Agent had its Day?

Wed 7th Dec 2011

One of the biggest stories in the past few weeks has concerned Thomas Cook and the news that it was seeking assistance from its banks to help service the company's £900m worth of debts. While it was unlikely the company would collapse completely, it was helped by a £200m bank loan and plans to sell off its 6% stake in NATS and some of its foreign interests.