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How Working Parents Can Apply for Free Childcare
Working parents in the UK can now get 15 or 30 hours of free childcare for children aged 9 months to 4 years old. The amount of free childcare you can get will depend on various factors such as your child’s age, your working status, your income, and your immigration status. This Pacific Prime UK …
The Top 10 Eco-Friendly Countries for Expats
For expats seeking a greener lifestyle, countries such as Denmark, Switzerland, the UK, France, and Finland, are among the leaders in environmental preservation. Expats looking to do their part towards a greener future can consider these countries. In recent years, people around the world have become more aware of environmental issues. A growing love for …
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Pacific Prime is a Proud Finalist of the UK Health & Protection Awards
We have some great news! Pacific Prime has been shortlisted for not one but three awards for this year’s UK Health & Protection Awards under the categories, Best Sales & Retention Advice Team Best International Group Advice Firm Best International Client Advice Firm The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on October 11, …
What is an emergency fund and why is it important
If you have never heard of an emergency fund, don’t worry, we are here to break it down. An emergency fund is savings stored away for an unexpected expense or an emergency requiring you to pay money out of pocket. In this Pacific Prime UK article, we will help provide answers to questions, such as: …
The UK’s Energy Bill Relief Scheme: What you need to know
As the cost of living crisis in the UK continues to hammer down on households, the latest government effort could offer some much-needed relief. From October 1st, 2022, typical household electricity bills will be capped at GBP £2,500 a year for the next two years. The government’s initiative comes at a time when energy prices …
How to better support working parents
It takes a village (and an understanding employer) to raise children. While this was glaringly obvious during the COVID-19 pandemic (Side note: Did you ever attend a Zoom meeting and hear a screaming toddler in the background?), it’s something that rings true even as the pandemic gradually ebbs away. In this Pacific Prime UK article, …
Types of health insurance for UK expats
So you’ve just landed a high-paying job in the United Kingdom. You’ve arranged a working visa, booked a nice flat in London and paid for your flight ticket. During your flight, the passenger sitting next to you wouldn’t stop sneezing and by the time you’ve arrived at your flat, you feel your head throbbing and …