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Tips for avoiding burglary at Christmas (Friday, 18/12/2009)
Christmas is a busy time for most of us, and it’s easy to get carried away with all the excitement. Thieves also get busy around Christmas time because we sometimes forget about securing our vehicles and protecting our property, and this is what opportunist thieves depend on. While you are out doing your Christmas shopping, they are out doing theirs, looking into your car to see what you have left on show for them to steal. Don’t let them get away with your presents and belongings. full story...

Top tips for keeping your house warm and safe (Thursday, 29/10/2009)
If colder weather wasn’t bad enough, Ofgem’s suggestion that fuel prices are unlikely to fall should provide a further unwelcome chill. So here are some tips for staying warm and conserving energy, and doing it safely. full story...

Halloween Advice (Safety, Security, Privacy) (Wednesday, 23/09/2009)
Those not wanting to take part in the Hallowe’en festivities can display a ‘no trick or treaters’ poster. These are available the Force website – www.cambs.police.uk full story...

Security tips for bicycles (Thursday, 27/08/2009)
some tips from the police on how to avoid becoming a victim of bike theft full story...

Handbag Theft advice (Tuesday, 05/05/2009)
Some hints and tips on how to avoid handbag theft or minimise the risk and impact of having a handbag stolen. full story...

What does Quantitive Easing or Printing Money mean? (Friday, 06/03/2009)
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A good friend test (Sunday, 25/05/2008)
simple friend or real friend? What's the difference? Who is who? Use this test to find out. full story...

How to dispose of low-energy bulbs | safe environmentally friendly low energy bulb disposal (Sunday, 06/01/2008)
The Environment Agency has called for more information to be made available on the health and environmental risks posed by low-energy light bulbs. It says because the bulbs contain small amounts of mercury, more information about safe recycling is needed. full story...

Understanding interest rates - APR and Flat rate explained (Monday, 10/09/2007)
Interest rates can be very confusing. What is APR (annual percentage rate)? What is AER (Annual Equivalent rate)? What is flat rate? Do they compare? How can you compare them? What will I pay back? How do I work out APR? Which is best? APR explained... full story...

Tips for preparing and performing well in a Job Interview (Saturday, 07/07/2007)
OK - so you got the interview, the first hurdle is complete. But it's only the beginning. Now you've got to impress at the interview - so what should you do to prepare for the interview, and what things must you avoid when you get there? full story...

The Smart Home - Reducing Carbon Footprint - act on CO2 (Monday, 07/05/2007)
The 'smart home' helps your pocket and the planet by reducing the amount of electricity/energy you use, without inconveniencing you or requiring much (or anything) in the way of behaviour changes. In this article I outline some of the things I have done in my own home to achieve this goal and reduce my carbon footprint. full story...

Identify Theft: an introduction (Tuesday, 14/02/2006)
Identity theft (or impersonation fraud), whether on or offline, is the misuse of the identity (such as the name, date of birth, current address or previous addresses) of another person without their knowledge or consent. This article provides an overview of what it is, and how it happens. full story...

some simple tips for helping you exercise (Thursday, 22/12/2005)
I'm a homeworker and I find getting the exercise I need really difficult - some days I might not even leave the house - so here are some really simple tips for getting started on a little bit of exercise. And remember, 15 minutes' brisk walk a day is a great start. full story...

LESSONS I'VE LEARNED THROUGH THE AGES (Wednesday, 14/12/2005)
wisdom is a wonderful thing in hindsight, and here are some pithy recollections. As George Bernard Shaw said: Youth is a wonderful thing. What a crime to waste it on children. full story...

Reality Check: The Value of Courtesy (Friday, 09/12/2005)
Life Strategies for an Imperfect World full story...

Reality Check: The Good, the Bad, and the PC (Sunday, 04/12/2005)
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Reality Check: What's In It For Me? (Monday, 28/11/2005)
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Reality Check: What Did You Expect? (Friday, 18/11/2005)
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Reality Check: Who's Driving This Thing? (Friday, 11/11/2005)
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Reality Check: The Joy of Teaching (Friday, 11/11/2005)
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