The Alzheimer's Society's Dementia Awareness Week takes place from 14th – 20th May with the aim of spreading the charity's core philosophy that life doesn't end where dementia begins.
8th-14th May 2017 is awareness week for Dying Matters, a coalition of 32,000 members across England and Wales which aims to help people talk more openly about dying, death and bereavement and to make plans for the end of life.
Research by the Low Pay Commission shows Blackpool has nearly twice the average number of workers on minimum wage. The national figure is 8.5%, but in Blackpool this rises to 16%, the second highest in the North West.
Rogue traders who bombard the elderly and vulnerable with nuisance phone calls are to be stopped in their tracks by a targeted Government scheme designed to protect those with dementia.
Average house prices in the North West increased by 5% in the first quarter of 2017 according to Nationwide. The average price now stands at £152,142 compared to £206,665 nationally.
Clean break settlements (also known as Consent Orders) and Financial Orders are the two main methods for dealing with finances when a divorce happens.
From 1st April 2017 the following increases come into affect:
- For workers who are aged 25 and over, from £7.20 to £7.50
- For workers aged at least 21 but under 25 rises from £6.95 to £7.05 per hour
- For workers who are aged at least 18 but under 21 rises from £5.55 to £5.60 per hour
- For workers aged 16 or 17 rises from £4 to £4.05 per hour
- The apprentice rate increases from £3.40 to £3.50 per hour
- The accommodation offset increases from £6 to £6.40
For advice on employment law in Blackpool call 01253 629 300 or click here.
For someone with dementia, there comes a time when they will need another person to take over making decisions about essential matters, such as health and finances.
For any business – but particularly startups and new enterprises – signing a commercial lease is one of the biggest commitments you will make.
Divorce is a stressful time for everyone involved, from the divorcing parties to children and relatives.