What is the common sense of local life in Britain?

Britain is a country with mild climate and beautiful scenery. In the cyclical alternation of spring, summer, autumn and winter, although the weather in Britain rarely changes more than 32 degrees or less than 10 degrees, the weather in Britain changes very frequently. It was sunny just now, and it will turn into a downpour in a blink of an eye. It is recommended that international students take warm clothes and rain gear with them, and wear multi-layer clothes at the same time, so as to change them at any time. Adapt to changes in temperature.

Safety and preventive measures in Britain

Compared with other European countries, Britain is very safe. The local life is convenient and the residents are warm and friendly. However, it does not rule out occasional incidents in some special areas. The following are the safety precautions for international students:

1, British motor vehicles drive on the left, contrary to our country, we should pay attention to driving and walking.

Please don't carry a lot of cash. Please use bank cards and checks as much as possible for daily consumption.

Please copy and back up your passport, bank card and check number, so as to report the loss timely and accurately.

4. Avoid disputes with alcoholics.

Please don't travel alone at night and try to avoid dark and deserted streets.

6. Tell your landlord, friends or relatives where you are.

7. Stay away from drugs.

British time

GMT is called Greenwich Mean Time in Chinese, which is the standard time in Britain and the reference standard all over the world. Britain is 8 hours behind Beijing time. But in Britain, daylight saving time is from the end of March to the end of 10, and the time difference between Britain and China is 7 hours.

British food

When foreign students first arrive in Britain, they may feel uncomfortable because of different eating habits. I suggest you arrange your daily diet reasonably and pay attention to the collocation of nutrition. To understand Britain, we should also understand British food culture. I believe that after a long time, you will find many delicious foods, such as fish and chips, milk tea, jacket potatoes and cheesecake. ......

Health care in Britain

International students who have studied in Britain for more than 6 months can enjoy the free service of the British Health Center. This benefit also applies to your spouse and children under the age of 16. The following are the things to pay attention to:

1, free refers to free medical treatment and prescription of drugs, and there is still a charge for purchasing drugs. But if you are seriously ill and hospitalized, it is free.

Once you arrive at school, please apply for medical registration and medical card immediately. You can do it in the school medical center, and the school will recommend a doctor to you.

Please check your teeth and eyes before going abroad, because in Britain, there is a charge for treating your teeth and eyes, and it is very expensive.

Common sense of banking business

The financial industry in Britain is very developed, and international students should often deal with banks in Britain. Here are some basic common sense:

1, "cash card": cash can be withdrawn from a bank or ATM.

2. "Chegue guarantee card": When you use a check, the merchant asks you to show this card. This card indicates the maximum amount of checks that can be written at one time.

3. "Debit card": With this card, you can spend directly in the store, and the expenses will be deducted directly from your account through the bank settlement system.

The above three cards can usually be combined into one card, which is very convenient to use.

4. "Credit card" allows you to spend first and then pay. You will receive last month's bill regularly, so you can arrange payment.

5. "Current account" is a current cash account for deposit and withdrawal. Little or no interest.

6. "Savings account" Time deposit account requires advance notice and interest.

7. "Overdraft": Overdraft is not allowed.

postal services

There are four ways to send mail in Britain:

1. First-class mail: the standard weight is 60g, and the delivery fee in the UK is 26p. It can reach the receiver on this day. The international delivery fee is 30 ~ 60p.

2. Second class mail: standard weight 60g, UK delivery fee 19P. It can be delivered to the recipient within 2 ~ 3 days.

3. Record delivery: it is suitable for mailing important documents, and the sender can check the arrival date of the mail.

4. Registered letter: suitable for mailing important documents. If the mail is lost, you can claim compensation.

Working in England

International students who have studied in the UK for more than 6 months can work full-time during holidays or 20 hours a week during their studies. Spouse with visa exceeding 12 months can also work in the UK. You need to apply for a tax number in the local welfare agency in order to calculate your income and tax. If you need to get information about short-term jobs, you can use the following channels:

1. School Employment Service Office.

2. Job center

3. School billboards

4. Local newspaper advertisements

5, shopping mall advertising, pay attention to the word "recruitment"

6. Get some recruitment information through the help of friends, teachers and landlords.

Major public holidays in Britain

New Year

Good Friday

Easter Monday

May 1 bank holiday

Bank holidays in spring

Bank holidays in summer

Christmas day

Boxing Day