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Getting the hottest heels for spring and summer can give your wardrobe a lift. This season has a range of beautiful colours, styles and detailing for ladies shoes, which are all great for the sunshine. It's definitely worth packing away those winter boots and indulging with a new pair of heels for all those spring and summer outings.

The Hottest Heels for Spring and Summer

Summer days are wonderful, but it's always surprising how quickly it can turn cold once the sun has set. For long, lazy days at home or on holiday, check out the latest cardigans for women to find the perfect summer cover-up.

If you're heading out for a summer's day – particularly in the UK – it's always best to be prepared. The weather is often unpredictable, so what starts off as being a cloudless blue sky can quickly turn grey, dropping the temperature by several degrees.

Cardigans for women – the perfect summer cover-up

Energy prices are continuing to rise. Find out how you could make managing your energy bills easier and cut down on how much you pay.

They've teamed up with a range of utility providers such as E.On and Southern Electric so you can pay your bills when you log on to internet banking from Lloyds TSB.

10 ways to cut the cost of your energy bills

Office equipment can be expensive to replace. That's why Seton's range of high-quality asset tags can safeguard your belongings. These adhesive, security labels can be applied to computers, laptops, mobile phones, printing equipment and other gadgets and are a must-have for every organisation.

The asset tags we stock are available in a range of shapes and sizes and sit neatly on a whole range of surfaces without curling up at the ends. They can also be custom made to suit your business.

Ensure your office is protected with asset tags

There is something delightful about eating al fresco. It is very popular in France with patio furniture outside every café and bistro that you pass. Unfortunately, we cannot all go to France to enjoy the experience, but we can enjoy a similar one right in our own garden or on the patio with the wide range of garden furniture and patio furniture on the market.

It doesn't matter whether you have a small garden or patio or you have the equivalent of a football pitch, there is something to meet the needs of all.

Al Fresco dining by Lazy Susan

Stephen and Lin have been working in the gardening industry since leaving school. They started Wolverton Gardener in 1994 and we have been running it as a partnership ever since. They changed their name to MK Garden Care & Landscapes at the beginning of 2011 as they felt their former name was limiting their scope to only the Wolverton area and environs. They cover all aspects of garden care maintenance and soft landscaping in the Milton Keynes area.

MK Garden Care & Landscapes

If you are considering the purchase of a used car, there are a variety of significant factors to consider in your search. The time you dedicate to researching your potential vehicle and its history will undoubtedly ensure that you end up with the best possible vehicle for you.

Before making any decision regarding the purchase of a used vehicle, it is crucial that you be fully informed of its general history.

What to look out for when buying a used car

In these tough economic times, everyone is trying to save as much money as possible. That means cutting back on certain luxuries and reducing our spending.

But one area where many people still love to spend money is on home improvement. Fitting internal doors is an example of a DIY job that seems daunting, but can be achieved by almost anybody. So how should you go about it?

Door Hanging for Novices

It's that time of year again when UK families begin planning their summer holidays. Wherever you're heading, your holiday is a time of rest, relaxation and family memories. But holidays also make a great time for smokers to begin making the transition to electronic cigarettes.

Electronic cigarettes are a tobacco alternative which provides a similar experience without the smoke and chemicals associated with tobacco cigarettes. They use a battery and atomiser to transform a nicotine liquid into a mist that is inhaled.

Holidays are a great time for E-Cigarettes

A credit report is effectively a detailed record of how you have previously looked after your credit. These reports are collected by credit reference agencies and are based on information given by any lenders you might have borrowed from in the past, or those you currently have accounts / cards with.

So when you apply for credit, organisations such as mortgage lenders will look to ascertain whether you are in a position to repay the debt.

Credit ratings: everything you need to know

Whilst the wallets of most Britons are feeling the strain, a much-deserved holiday doesn't need to face the chop. With plenty of exciting travel opportunities close to home just waiting to be seized, it's easy to satisfy your need for discovery and explore new cultures on a budget.

Croatia is the product of a number of cultural influences and one of the most diverse holiday locations in Europe. Turkey is also a fascinating destination for those looking to soak up some ancient history.

Explore Paths Less Travelled with Monarch

For the fighting game fanatic, the revelation that Street Fighter and Tekken would be bought together was sure to excite many around the globe. Bringing together two of the world's biggest Franchises is sure to see a game with powerful potential unleashed on an eager public.

It's set to generate a wave of interest and anticipation as players can at last battle it out between their favourite players from the once rivalled games. Demonstrating a breakthrough in combination gaming, Street Fighter X Tekken might not be the only collaborative, cross-over we see in coming years.

Street Fighter and Tekken: united at last at Game MK

The UK is a nation with a keen grasp on the purse strings at present and this is becoming evident in the holiday destination choices we are all making. People are more and more likely to revisit resorts that have been to before and enjoyed, or to visit somewhere a friend has recommended. This lessens the likelihood of paying out hard earned cash for a holiday which proves to be a disappointment - something we all want to avoid when we can!

Round up the usual suspects for the best holidays

With so much going on at Christmas, the right house insurance can really help to provide peace of mind. Candles, fairy lights, open fires and lots of home cooking all add to the excitement – but they also mean there's a much greater chance of fire.

Fortunately, there are plenty of steps you can take to reduce the risk of a fire. So, while you're planning the gifts, the food, the mulled wine, the party games... it's essential you take time out to consider what you can do to help keep you and your family safe over the festive period.

Halifax Home Insurance

As economic times get harder, crime rates rise, which then impact further upon the economy. In the wake of the downturn over the past two years such a trend has already afflicted the UK, where an increase in so-called acquisitive crime has led to claims of an economic crime wave. In 2010-11, burglars and petty thieves were particularly prolific. According to statistics from the British Crime Survey (BCS), burglaries at homes in England and Wales rose by 14% in 2010-11 compared with the previous year.

Protecting What Matters

If you are looking for a quality product that you return to time and time again to help in your home renovation activity then you can do far worse than utilise one of the building world's best known cement brands, Blue Circle Cement.

For generations the Blue Circle cement brand was the sign of cement. The company behind the brand was appropriately named Blue Circle Industries.

Why Builders return time and again to Blue Circle Cement

Choosing a cruise for your upcoming holiday is a great choice for many reasons. Rather than spending time travelling from destination to destination, you can relax and enjoy the scenery aboard a cruise liner as you head from one incredible location to the next. The only real difficulty when choosing which cruise to enjoy is narrowing down the destination options. Repeat cruisers tend to recommend the Caribbean as the ultimate holiday cruise destination. Here are 6 reasons that highlight all the great aspects of a Caribbean cruise holiday.

Choose the Caribbean for your cruise

The Dining in the Dark experience is back on Wednesday 29th February with a special menu, designed to heighten sensory culinary experiences in the sumptuous surroundings of Calcutta Brasserie.

It is an age old tradition for women to propose on a leap year and Calcutta Brasserie will mark the occasion by presenting ladies with a bottle of champagne if they pluck up the courage and pop the question on the night.

Calcutta Brasserie turns the heat up & the lights off!

Surprise as women twice as likely as men to have affair in hotel on Valentine's Day

• 67% of Valentine's Day cheating in hotels done by women
• Staying in hotels on Valentine's Day given thumbs down by Brits
• Three quarters of men associate Valentine's Day with hotel sex
• Women link Valentine's Day with romance; men with sex

Valentine's Day Hotel Affairs

Has Christmas left you tight on cash? A loan may help get you back on track.

It can be easy to overspend, but if you're finding that the festive period has left you in debt, you might want to consider a loan. It could give you the helping hand you need to tidy up your finances.

If you're struggling to get on top of your finances in 2012, because you've got a number of different debts, a debt consolidation loan may help.

Halifax's debt consolidation loans

The Granary Studio is a commercial recording studio located just outside Milton Keynes and is a part of the RGS Entertainment Group. They are available for recording, mixing and mastering commercial level material. They can accommodate anything from solo vocalists, to a string quartet up to a full band, using their live room and separate vocal booth. Their philosophy is to merge the best of vintage with modern recording technology, using a collection of equipment that we are constantly adding to.

Introducing The Granary Studio

Allow me to introduce you to our brand spanking new digital hip hop magazine, 16BARS. We'd like to give you an insight into our new digital magazine that we believe would be the perfect platform to elevate your business. Are you excited? I can see it in your eyes! How about this? Let's start by giving you the heads up on the soon-to-be legendary, 16BARS. 16BARS is a brand new online digital music magazine and platform for UK hip hop, grime and commercial rap. We source only the very rap acts from commercial, all the way to the underground scene. Thus showing the world why the UK is a hip hop nation to be reckoned with!

New Hip Hop Magazine launched

For many households, the thought of replacing their boiler during the winter months is one which fills them with nothing but dread. This is because the cost of a new boiler can often seem daunting, especially when the associated costs of central heating are considered. But what can households expect to pay for a new boiler and how can these costs be lowered?

The Cost of a New Boiler

Safety boots are used in a variety of different environments, from workshops and industrial areas to home garages and outbuildings. Safety boots are designed to offer increased protection to feet, but what is more important – safety or style?

Safety Boots: Is Protection or Style More Important?

A popular holiday destination for families, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida has many attractions to entice visitors. With theme park rides, glorious natural settings and a range of interactive activities, this destination continues to surprise both new and returning visitors. So what don't you know about this fantastic location? And why should you visit there?


Five Things You Didn't Know About Disneyland

The issue of access to bank accounts has received some attention recently as the government called for better access to bank accounts for people who are still going through bankruptcy.

These people face more challenges than most others when opening a bank account. While basic bank accounts are available to people who've had debt problems in the past - or are struggling with their debts today - many of them won't be open to people who are still going through bankruptcy.

Access to basic bank accounts for bankruptcy

The situation surrounding Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) has gained a large amount of media coverage recently as claims for mis-sold policies continue to be lodged. So what is PPI and how can you tell if you were mis-sold it or not?

Payment Protection Insurance: Claiming for Mis-sold Insurance

A university degree is not the passport to employment it once was. Competition for jobs is fierce and employers are reserved about taking risks on candidates that may excel in academia but are unproven in the work place. Business and industry have bridged the gap between education and employment by offering internships or placements. Everybody wins. Graduates gain valuable hands on work experience and employers can unearth talent and find people who will make a positive contribution to their organisations.

Graduate employment

Today's students have much more to worry about than essay deadlines and giving presentations after a late night at the union bar: while their own parents may have had their tuition fees paid, and even received grants towards their living costs, today's graduates are likely to finish their courses heavily in debt if they do not receive substantial financial assistance from their families.

Budgeting today – spending tomorrow

For many people, their automobile is an extension of themselves as most people need a vehicle to around town. However, there are times when people do not need their car or lorry for an extended season. Some people have automobiles that they store for the winter. Military personnel may not need their car while away for training or on duty. Retirees may take a prolonged holiday.

When a used vehicle won't be driven for over a month, these steps will help keep it in reliable condition.

What's the best way to store a car?

If you're currently considering switching current accounts, but you're worried about how much hassle it might be, why not speak to us at Halifax? Our dedicated Switching Team can make the move simple and straightforward, and once it's done, you could have a current account that gives you extra.

Switching made simple with Halifax current accounts

Milton Keynes was once a vibrant hub for dance music in the local area and further outreaches. People all over the UK within a varied demographic would travel to MK for the likes of The Sanctuary and the legendary Ultra Vegas complex parties.

Phoenix Promotions MK Ltd. is a group of four individuals who've realised there is a massive gap in the market in Milton Keynes for a classic house/trance and hard house night and have created The Phoenix Music Collective to bring local DJ talent to the forefront.

Phoenix Promotions MK

Energy intensive industries could benefit from tax breaks in a measure to be unveiled by the government at the end of November.

The proposal is meant to protect the UK's industrial base – that's steel, chemical, paper, cement, glass, ceramics, aluminium and industrial gas producers – against further increases in taxes on carbon emissions.

Carbon tax breaks for industry

It's always useful to know you could have financial help available when you need it most, which is where a personal loan from Halifax might be able to help. With our loans, you could borrow between £1,000 and £25,000 and use the money to help pay for the things that matter – whenever they crop up.

Help with a loan from Halifax when you need it most