Gift aid boost for charities

Gift aid boost for charities

I was delighted to learn that yesterday’s  budget includes much needed reforms of Gift Aid which will reduce red tape and bureaucracy and give a much needed boost to the third sector. It means that charities will be able to claim Gift Aid on up to £5,000 of...
How solar savvy are you?

How solar savvy are you?

I was planning to write this post before the devastation of Japan’s nuclear power plant which has now focused people’s minds on the value of renewable energy. My question is, how solar savvy are you? I’ve learnt quite a bit about solar power recently...
Rethinking nuclear power

Rethinking nuclear power

As the horrendous after-effects of the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami in Japan continues to unravel before our disbelieving eyes, the results of any nuclear meltdown still remain uncertain. What is known is that radiation from Japan’s quake-stricken...

My latest apps

It’s only a matter of weeks before I treat myself to an iPad 2. And I had a good taster session yesterday (not that I need persuading) after meeting up with Ian McKendrick , the ace designer of my website, who raved about some of his favourite apps on his iPad...

Jimmy Choo Fragrance

While Jimmy Choo shoes are favoured by our glamorous stars, and, a dream for many lesser mortals like myself, it is possible to now own one of their other branded items – a new affordable perfume which is receiving praise and recognition from its users.. Wearing...