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Wellbeing Wednesday – Looking After Your Mental Health

In this important two-minute read, we look at six ways people in Rayleigh & Hockley can look after their mental health and that of their loved ones as we head into winter. In early November, a week after the clocks went back, there was a spike in the UK's highest levels of acute loneliness during the pandemic, according to the Office for National Statistics. A BBC report claimed that the longer,...

Who is in Your Christmas Bubble?

In this two-minute read, we look at what yesterday's Christmas announcements mean to households in Rayleigh & Hockley. This year has been filled with anguish and anxiety for many of us. But the news that came out last week around successful vaccines and yesterday's announcement of the temporary relaxation around social distancing rules over Christmas has cheered up many of us. And in true...

Four Reasons Why We Should Do Our Bit for Small Businesses

In this three-minute read, we look at the crucial role small businesses play in bringing prosperity and personality to our high streets. Small businesses across Rayleigh & Hockley have played a vital part in helping our community to get through the pandemic, so it’s no wonder that many of us are feeling a lot of love for local firms right now. A new survey has found 59% of Brits say they...

Wellbeing Wednesday – Exercise Tips for People in Rayleigh & Hockley

In this Wellbeing Wednesday two-minute update, we look at the benefits of exercising and why it could be easier than you think to get moving again. We’ve been through some historically uncertain times this year. But with the recent announcements around the highly promising vaccines to combat Covid-19, brighter times have appeared on the global horizon. During this period of uncertainty, one...

Document and Paperwork Checklist for Landlords in Rayleigh & Hockley

In this three-minute read, we look at the documentation landlords need to meet their legal obligations – and avoid messy disputes. First-time landlords often make the rookie mistake of underestimating the amount of paperwork involved in letting a property. Many assume that once the ink dries on a tenancy agreement, they’ve got the paperwork sorted – but nothing could be further from the...

Things Rayleigh & Hockley Sellers and Buyers Should Do Now If They Plan to Move Next Year

In this three-minute read, we share our five-point plan for a smooth move in six months’ time. Moving can be stressful ­– some people rate it right up there with divorce in the aggravation stakes – but there are ways you can take the drama and disruption out of the process. The first step is to acknowledge that buying a new home is likely to be one of the biggest purchases you make in your...

Government Announces New Rule on Evictions During Lockdown 2

In this two-minute read, we look at the new rules on eviction enforcement during the latest lockdown. Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has announced a ban on bailiffs carrying out eviction enforcement during the lockdown in all but the most serious of cases. While the courts are continuing to hear eviction cases, under the new rules announced last week as England returned to lockdown, bailiff...

Five Healthy Eating Tips to Get Rayleigh & Hockley Through This Winter

In this two-minute read, we look at five ways to stave off cravings and eat well this winter. Many of us turn to food when we’re bored or stressed, so it’s no wonder that the pandemic has played havoc with so many people’s waistlines. Spending lots of time at home this year, amid ongoing uncertainty, has meant that bad habits have crept in. Do any of these descriptions resonate with...

Let’s Hear It For Rayleigh & Hockley Good Neighbours This World Kindness Day

Today is World Kindness Day, and we couldn’t think of a better chance to show our appreciation for our community’s good neighbours. A 90-second speed read. Friday the 13th is usually viewed with suspicion given its ‘unlucky for some’ label. But this year’s vintage is a time to celebrate and cast aside any superstitions and celebrate World Kindness Day. And 2020 is certainly the year...

Wellbeing Wednesday – Mental Health Tips for People in Rayleigh & Hockley.

In this two-minute read, we look at ways people in Rayleigh & Hockley can make their mental health a priority during uncertain times. As we head towards what could be a very different Christmas this year, there are many positive things you can do to keep your spirits up and nurture your mental wellbeing. Try following these tips to get through the next two months. Be kind to yourself 2020...

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