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A new survey has revealed that a quarter of residents in Britain are struggling with the effects of mould in their homes, after one of the wettest years on record for the UK. According to new data from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 24 per cent of people living in Britain admit to seeing higher levels of mould than in previous years. Interestingly, the problem seems worse among younger households, with 33 per cent of 18-34s admitting to the issue, compared to just 14 per cent of over 55s. There is also a geographic variation for the problem, with…

Belfast-based mortgage advisory firm, The Mortgage Clinic, has provided new insights into the UK housing market, projecting a more favourable outlook for homebuyers in 2024. Founder Helmut Elstner discussed recent trends in mortgage rates and house prices during an exclusive interview, shedding light on what could be a pivotal year for the housing market. One of the key developments highlighted in the interview is the recent cut in the Bank of England’s base rate, which now stands at 5%. This reduction signals a possible turning point for the mortgage market, with experts anticipating gradual improvements in mortgage rates over the…

Despite a challenging landscape for higher education in the UK, healthcare education provider Learna has reported robust enrolment figures for its postgraduate programmes. In March, Learna enrolled 1,063 new postgraduate students, bucking the national trend of declining student numbers. Learna’s success comes as UK universities face a downturn in enrolments, with recent data showing a 33% drop in study visas issued compared to the previous year. The reduction in student numbers is partly attributed to rising visa fees, decreased bursary funding, and tighter government controls, which have deterred international students from studying in the UK. Rachel Ellis, Chief Commercial Officer…