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The Nampa Municipal Airport Commission is a volunteer commission comprised of 5 individuals appointed by the mayor. There is one vacancy on the commission, which recommends and makes suggestions to the City Council concerning the operation and maintenance of the municipal airport and its real and personal property belonging to the city.
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Night Photography at White Pocket
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Acres of incredible, multi-colored sandstone formations under a stunningly dark night sky.
White Pocket is a remote outcropping of sandstone formations in Vermillion Cliffs National Monument similar to the famous "Wave". Unlike The Wave, a permit isn't needed to visit, but you will need a high-clearance 4WD vehicle with good tires; alternatively, you can hire a 4WD tour service in nearby Kanab to reach the area. The 35-mile drive in takes over 2 hours on a mix of dirt and rocky roads with the likelihood for deep sand the last 10 miles. To safely cross the sandy sections it's recommended to air down your tires to half pressure and travel with another 4WD vehicle in case you get stuck. Do not attempt this drive in a rental car, there is limited cell service and a tow can cost over a thousand dollars. Snow or recent heavy rain can close sections of the road so always check conditions at one of the nearby ranger stations before leaving.
If you've given yourself plenty of time and arrive before sunset, use the time to scout the area and find your favorite spots to revisit at night. Be careful when walking on the sandstone to prevent damage to some of the more fragile formations and avoid trampling the vegetation in the surrounding area. Once you're setup for night images you can use twilight or lightpaint with a headlamp to create exposures to blend with the night sky. There is no light pollution out here but a bright moon can easily wash out the Milky Way. Before visiting, look at the lunar cycle to decide whether you to use or avoid moonlight (the second image is a night shot using moonlight and features a "starburst" of the moon).
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- Fast Wide-angle Lens (f/2.8 or faster)
- Tripod
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- Memory Card
- Warm Layers
- Hiking Shoes
- Head Lamp
- Food & Water
- High-clearance 4WD Vehicle
- Full tank of gas
- Cell Phone (some AT&T service in spots along the road and at the destination)
- Air compressor (for re-inflating tires after airing down)
- Shovel
- Traction strips for tires
- Sand anchor and winch
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- Another friend with a 4WD vehicle
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Typical western Pennsylvania eatery. Plenty of high calorie food but great choice of on tap beers. Down to earth blue collar after work stopping point, just don't tell the Misses!
Fun pub like atmosphere. So many sandwich choices, hard to pick. Nice selection of beers too. Can be noisy. Seats are a little close
We love steak salads, Bowsers is the best around in our opinion. Lots of steak and french fries as well as other veggies, not just a bowl of lettuce. We often call ahead, it's always ready, waiting and accurate. When we eat in we have friendly, courteous service. Don't go for great atmosphere, but great food and reasonable prices.
Great local flavor. Big sandwiches, nice staff. Fun place overall. Very nice craft beer selections. Nothing fancy but worth a try
It's pub food with a Pittsburgh twist. I asked for something light and a "bowl" was suggested. I had a Pittsburgh style pastrami bowl that came with pastrami fries, slaw and dressing. It was at least a 2 quart bowl. Hate to see the hungry mans size. Food was very good an inexpensive. A bar atmosphere but a place I...
Average at best. Staff was very inattentive to me and others in the restaurant. Took a long time to get served my food and never did get a refill on my drink. I probably will not go back if for no other reason then the poor customer service in the restaurant.
I've been here quite a few times now, and every time I brought one of my colleagues they wondered where exactly I was taking them (based on the exterior). However, we've always ended up having a great time while drinking good craft beers and eating traditional Pittsburgh fare. The wings are very tasty, and they have a nice mix of...
It's been 30 minutes and the bartender has yet to ask me what I want. There's no one at the bar. She's currently restocking things. I'm going to leave without being able to get food.
Bowsers is a little more than your average bar, and not as restraining as a nice restaurant. It's a very open restaurant with a full bar at the back. You can get all you're typical bar foods and sandwiches that mimic Primanti's without the high price tag. Their wings are ok and the "wing dust" flavoring (a dry rub) is...
First off this place has an amazing selection of beers, and they always seem to be rotating their drafts so it's great for an adventurous beer drinking who doesn't stick to one beer. The Pittsburgh style sandwiches are awesome, they come with so much fries on them there's not really a reason to order any on the side! All that...
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Are you a progressive manager with the desire and edge to drive a business forward? If so, you have the opportunity to join one of the UK's most well-respected blue chip non food retailers on the high street as a Sales Manager. With nearly 500 stores in the UK, this reactive and commercially focused multichannel retailer is going through a period of growth with some progressive financial results across the different divisions of the store in Service/Outdoor and Electricals retailing. As a Sales Manager you will be expected to: * Assist Manage and control the overall operation of the store in line with company policies and procedures * Achieve the necessary operating standards and customer service levels to ensure that the business strategy for exceeding customer expectations is consistently delivered * Deliver the above as a team displaying leadership and inspirational qualities to engage your team to deliver results The ideal candidate will have: * Extensive management experience, preferably from a blue chip retail or service environment * The ability to be a hands-on Manager who can work to your own initiative * A strong commercial understanding of working towards financial & non-financial KPIs * Excellent ability to create top store standards while providing excellent customer service As a reward for your hard work, the Sales manager will receive a competitive salary and you will have the chance to progress within a reputable company using a development plan.To hear more about this opportunity, please send your CV quoting the reference FES87432.
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text: Language Language Acquisition Proficiency Testing Translators English Language Learners LANGUAGE ACQUISITION Quiz (True/ False): 2nd Language Acquisition • Bilingual education delays, if not prevents, LEP students form learning English. • LEP students have more oral-language special education deficits. • All bilingual education programs are the same; therefore if they are in bilingual ed they cannot be described as having "lack of educational opportunity." • You only have to test a child in their native language if/ when they can't talk to you in English or if they are in bilingual ed/ESOL. Some Stats • ~16% of LEP students scored above the state norm on English reading measures • ~30% of LEP students scores above the state norm when tested in reading in their own language • 8.7% of LEP students in grades 7 to 12 had been retained. • Drop=out rates – 24.2%: non-English spoken at home – 9.6%: English spoken at home – 17.6%: Students with SLD What are we asking? The degree to which the ELL student's academic problems due to a disability. vs. The degree to which the ELL student's academic problems due to pedagogically induced factors. LEP Instructional Programs • ESL/ ESOL (no native language instruction – Content-Based ESL/ Sheltered English – Pullout ESL • Bilingual Education (some native language instruction) – Transitional/ Early-Exit Bilingual Education • Usually last for 2-4 years. • Initially use L1 as foundation and transition to L2 – Maintenance/ Late-Exit/ Developmental Bilingual Education • Usually last for 4-6 years. • Use L1 for longer time and for more than just language arts. – Two-Way/ Dual-Language Bilingual Education Bilingual Education Two-Way/ Dual Language • English as L1 or another language as L1 are placed together (goal = 50/50). • The goal is for both English as L1 and other language as L1 will be bilingual in both languages. • Program provided for at least 4-6 years (usually starts at Kindergarten). • Instruction is taught (goal is usually 50/50) in both L1 and L2. Research for Bilingual Education • Small scale (low number of subjects) research tends to have different findings (pro and con) for success of bilingual education. • The only large scale study that did not find positive results for bilingual education (over ESOL) had serious methodological problems. • One thing to note, even amongst the larger scale studies, Thomas and Collier (1997) was the first to measure students longitudinal success (see next slide) Thomas & Collier (1997) Grade Level An ELL need to obtain CALP in L1 in order to get CALP in L2 An ELL need to obtain CALP in L1 in order to get CALP in L2 An ELL need to obtain CALP in L1 in order to get CALP in L2 An ELL need to obtain CALP in L1 in order to get CALP in L2 Quote: Cummins (1984) "Minority language students are frequently transferred from bilingual to English-only classrooms when they have developed superficially fluent English communicative skills." English Language Learners PROFICIENCY TESTING Why Test 1st Language? • To determine the appropriateness of the child's classroom setting. • To determine the language for future testing. • To determine the impact that language proficiency may have on testing data. • To determine if the areas of concern are a result of a real disability or simply a reflection of the normal process of 2nd language acquisition. Same fact over and over. • A true disability must be apparent in both languages. • You can not be disabled in English and not be disabled in your native language. • If you are experiencing significant difficulty in English, this must be supported as significant difficulty in your first language to be considered a disability. You must take into account prior academic knowledge of L1 when considering this. Formal & Informal Methods • Formal methods (examples) – WMLS-R – IDEA – BEST-Plus – WLPB-R • Informal methods (examples) – Basic conversation – Observations with peers – Interviews with parents and teachers Formal and Informal Methods Include • Formal methods: surface components are examined: – Phonology – Morphology – Syntax – Grammar – Vocabulary • Informal methods: – Real-life use of language • Use BOTH for a complete picture. Testing should measure… • BICS and CALP • Measure both languages • Receptive and Expressive Skills • Current language skills (data more than 6 months old is OUTDATED) What is a good test? • • • • Norming properties Psychometric factors (reliability and validity) Skills assessed Theoretical foundation used to develop the measure • Extent to which the instrument incorporates the language proficiency practices just described Things to look out for . . . • Translated into another language, but not renormed. • Translated into another language with no concern as to how item difficulty might impact basals and ceilings. • No norms at all • Poor reliability and validity in newly normed language. • Only reliability and validity reported for original language. • What country were norms generated? • New immigrants or 2nd-3rd generation in norming sample. • Language testing incorporates all dialects as possible choices. • Tests are created in a manner as to be culturally biased in the questions asked. • Looks at only one component in language. • Does not use authentic language. What do you do when no good test exists? • Use multiple sources of data (this should be standard practice even with great tests). • Incorporate informal and formal measures in your assessment plan (this should be done anyway). • Describe any significant weaknesses of a measure in your interpretation of the results. Two Respected Language Proficiency Measures • Basic Inventory of Natural Language: This test can be used for more than 30 languages and is used to test students in grades kindergarten through 12. Students are shown large pictures, which the students individually discuss orally. Their taped explanations are then scored using measurements such as sentence complexity and length. • Woodcock-Muñoz Language Survey-Revised: This individually administered test is for ages 4 through adult and measures listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. http://spanish.about.com/library/questions/blq-fluencytests.htm WMLS-R: Provides CALP CALP score: – 1 = negligible – 2 = very limited – 3 = limited – 4 = fluent – 5 = advanced Informal Methods • Observations: academic and social settings. • Questionnaires: parents and teachers answer openended questions. • Rating Scales: Uses Likert scales for teacher and parent input. • Storytelling: Have the child tell you a story and evaluate that story. • Cloze Techniques: Student completes a sentence or phrase presented. • Language Samples: Obtained through direct conversation, observations in class, or anywhere that the child talks Informal Language Testing • Many of the previously described methods have previously published methods of conducting the informal assessment. – Observations: BOLD – Questionnaires: Bilingual Proficiency Questionnnaire – Teacher Rating Scale: SOLOM • Make sure that you are familiar with how to produce CBM before you make your own informal measure of language assessment. Factors When Interpreting Language Proficiency Data • Context of previous educational services and home literacy factors. – Does child have CALP in L1? – What type of bilingual education? – Does the child receive formal language instruction in L1 outside of school? • Compare the ELL with other ELLs – CALP scores significantly different from language learning peers? – Do teachers note any significant difference from language learning peers? – Any significant difference from language learning peers? Factors When Interpreting Language Proficiency Data • Consistency of data across formal and informal measures – If there is a difference, you need to find out why this occurs. • Additional Caveats in Interpretation – Dominance only shows if a child is better in tested aspects of language assessed and not child's overall language skills. – Just because a child is dominant in one language over another, this does not mean that the child has sufficient language skills to just test in that language. – Presence or absence of an accent does not indicate proficiency or dominance. It just shows what age the learner picked up either language. Quiz Answers: 2nd Language Acquisition • Bilingual education delays, if not prevents, LEP students form learning English. (FALSE) • LEP students have more oral-language special education deficits. (FALSE) • All bilingual education programs are the same; therefore if they are in bilingual ed they cannot be described as having "lack of educational opportunity." (FALSE) • You only have to test a child in their native language if/ when they can't talk to you in English or if they are in bilingual ed/ESOL. (FALSE) English Language Learners TRANSLATORS AND INTERPRETERS Definitions • Interpreter: conveys information from L1 to L2 orally • Translator: conveys information from L1 to L2 in writing. Working with Interpreters Work with trained interpreters familiar with the student's culture and regional area of origin. Know how to train interpreters when needed. Knowledge of the skills needed by qualified interpreters Aware of problems inherent in the process of translation. Knowledge of the psychological impact of using interpreters during assessment and intervention activities. Working with Interpreters Knowledge and skills in interviewing and assessing individuals through interpreters. Examine data obtained through interpreters with extreme caution and acknowledge the limitations of such data. Assessment results obtained through interpreters are described as such and are reported qualitatively. Where do you find an interpreter? • • • • Smaller Towns Hospitals Court Houses Police Stations Churches • • • • Larger Cities Embassies Colleges & Universities Government Offices Translator Services Online Options • American Speech and Hearing Association Website • proz.com • translationcentral.com Criteria for Selection of Interpreter • Equally fluent in English and the native language • Have a minimum of a high school diploma. • Be able to: – – – – – – – Accurately translate from L1 to L2 Be sensitive to the style of the speaker Adjust to linguistic variations Know about the culture of the speaker Familiar with educational terms Understand their role in the IEP meeting Flexible People who should not be interpreters • • • • Friends of the student or his/her family. Family members of the student Possibly the student's teacher Anyone who is also attending the same school as the student (another student) • Anyone who is not fluent in both languages • Anyone who cannot be impartial about this child • Anyone who does not understand confidentiality issues and the importance of FERPA and test confidentiality. Translator/ Interpreter Training • Special education terms in both English and other language. • Procedures for any meetings for which they are translating. • Basic rules for assessments. • Basic techniques for assessments. • Overview and practice joint administration of tests in the target language. • Legal and ethical guidelines needed to work as a translator. • Basic knowledge of 2nd language acquisition. Translator/ Interpreter Training • Know the purpose of the session and any materials needed. • Ask questions when you are unclear. • Introduce yourself and everyone else • Interpret everything (not just the gist) do not make assumptions that this bit of information is unimportant and doesn't need translating. • Remain neutral throughout. • Maintain confidentiality throughout. Interpreter Code of Ethics • Keep all information strictly confidential. • Always convey the content and spirit of the message in a manner understandable by all. • Shall not counsel, advice, or interject personal opinions. • Only accept assignments for which qualified. • Fee information is decided upfront. • Be respectful to all persons involved. • Shall attend any additional training needed and study current literature of the field. Tips when using interpreters… • Allow time before testing to train the interpreters (long before) and reacquaint the interpreters (right before) with tests. • Speak in short, simple sentences. • Avoid idioms or jargon. • Use specific terms. • Allow time to translate all messages. • Frequently check for understanding. • For first one or two times, have someone else sit in who speaks both languages to evaluate. More tips… • • • • • • • • Speak naturally in brief but complete sentences. Look at the person talking, not the interpreter. Monitor facial expressions for confusion. Monitor body language to judge acceptance of the information. Allow extra time for this type of testing and these types of meetings in your schedule. You administer the tests, not the translator. Allow for breaks when needed. Nothing said should be left out of translation.


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Hi everyone! Today I'd like to introduce you to the Beatnik Waist Bag pdf sewing pattern (also available on paper!), the newest addition to my pattern shop! Many of my testers have said that this pattern is suitable for a confident beginning sewist.
This pattern idea was a request from a friend, and I had no idea all of the scandal involved in the name of this type of bag. In the U.S., I think this is commonly known as a fanny back, but in other countries, I've heard them called bum bags. Whenever the word 'fanny pack' came up with my overseas friends, there would be slight reprimands about my use of the word. I couldn't understand what the big deal was; I thought fanny was another word for bum, so I didn't know what the fuss was about. And then I learned what the word really meant. I can understand why someone wouldn't want to purchase an item named after lady bits, lol!!
So this is my Beatnik Waist Bag! This waist bag is a modern take on the 80's classic. It has two front flap pockets, a back zippered pocket, and space on the inside for storing your essentials. Clasp it securely around your waist and get ready for an active day, hands-free!
I used Echino fabric for the exterior of my bag, and my snaps were trusty Snap Setter snaps. I used Aurifil 40 wt. thread.
One plastic slide, 1-1/4" wide, with a 1" opening for a strap
As always, my testers have turned in some wonderful work! Many of these waist bags are going out as Christmas gifts, gifted to family members, or for swaps, which I think is wonderful! Thank you to all of my testers!!
Samantha of Handmade by Mrs. H. made this great bag with two different fabrics for the front of the bag, which really makes the pockets stand out! Samantha made this for her mom for craft fairs, and the colors were chosen to match the jewelry displays, which I thought was really neat!
Fiona made this set of waist bags, which are all quite adorable! Her children were very excited about them. I like that they are all quite whimsical, and I am marvelling of the fussy-cutting on the orange one!
Cyndi of The Nosy Pepper made this for her mom for Christmas, whom she says is a die-hard fanny pack fan! I hope she loves this…I certainly do, especially in this text fabric! It's awesome!!
Nancy made a couple of Beatnik Bags just in time for the New York City marathon – I thought this was truly amazing! And love the action shot of these in use!
Liana made her bag in a great Metro Living print from Robert Kaufman in a beautiful charcoal color. I see that bright orange peaking out from the lining side and it makes me really happy! Beautiful and precise work on this one, Liana!
Emily of Half Square Triangle made this cute and kitschy waist bag, and it's a truly lovely fabric, and I like that the print breaks up and shows the pockets and flaps well! Great fussycutting of the butterflies too!
Tracy from I've Got a Notion made her waist bag in a decorator floral fabric. I don't know why, but I was struck by how precise and nicely curved her pockets are. Tracy has prepared this wonderful photo collage to show you her beautiful bag! Thank you Tracy!
Pamela of Sovanisa made this textural bag with a pop of color on her flaps. You can see that she's used a tan webbing for the waistband, and overall a gorgeous and precise finish, wonderful Pamela! You can read more about it on her blog here!
Sylvia made her bag with Michael Miller Mirror Ball Dots, which I am a really big fan of, and you can see the neon fabrics peeping out from the lining!
Vera of Negligent Style made this adorable waistbag with separate orange and red flaps to coordinate with the main fabric of the bag, which is in itself terrible cute! Love this to bits!!
Tiffany made her waist bag in a fall-appropriate plaid. She used some really nice hardware detailing on the entire thing, from the snaps to the zipper to the hardware on the waistband. Very wonderful job, Tiffany!
Marti made her bag in her hoarded Nicey Jane fabrics. She's saving the bag for her quilt guild swap next month. I personally adore this and I think her swap partner is very very lucky indeed!! Beautiful Marti!
Marta made this gorgeous waist bag, and I was laughing when reading through her tester note e-mail because, as she as nearing the end of her pregnancy, she said she could not comment as to whether the waistband measurements were accurate, lol!!
Ree of Sincerely, Ree made her waist bag with some great map fabric, and I like the unique snaps on the front pocket. Great for a vacation, when you just want to carry around money and your cell phone!
Aylin of ayliNNilya made her bag in this awesome European map fabric (sometimes I see the fabrics overseas and am very jealous, although it is probably the other way around? Grass is greener kind of thing, perhaps!). I really like the brass snaps on the flaps, too, I feel like it really goes with the feel and coloring of the bag! Beautiful!
Bernie made her bag with a pretty awesome fabric sent in a care package by her mother! It looks fabulous! Bernie uses it when she runs, and she suggests substituting the snaps for invisible magnetic snaps for ease of opening and shutting. Thanks Bernie!
Yvette of Black Cat and Birdie made this citron waist bag, and she said that she substituted velcro for the flap closures. She made the size medium, and it adjusts down to her daughter's size as well, for an added bonus!
Teresa made this waist bag for her 21-year-old daughter to use while riding her bike around town. I love it in this cool Kawaii fabric, it's so much fun!! Great with that yellow zip, too!
Miriam made this funky waist bag with the Melody Miller clock on the front, and she made an adjustment and made one pocket instead of two. I think it looks wonderful! Miriam says she's already used the bag several times when she had her arts and crafts booth. Woohoo!
Lorena made her bag and substituted nylon webbing for the waistband, which she said was very handy. She said that it took her about 4 hours to make the bag, and it was big enough to carry her 7″ tablet. Wonderful work Lorena!!
Mary made this pretty bag with white pearl snaps. Mary mentioned that she usually doesn't use dark fabrics for the lining of bags, but she thought things would be easy enough to find since the waist bag is a small space (compared to a larger bag). Beautiful Mary!
Donna made this adorable bag with bees on it…too cute! She used magnetic snaps for her flaps as well, and Donna recommends asking for the buckle as 'parachute buckle', which may help you find it easier! Thanks Donna!
Cindy of Raspberry Sunshine made this bag in a cute sprout fabric. It looks really beautiful, and with pretty snaps. Cindy told me that she's thinking about making one in leather for her dad. That sounds awesome!
Athena made this bag in a gray low volume print, and the back of her bag is a bright fuchsia, which gives it a bit of a kick! I like that the white stitch topstitching that she used broke up the pockets and flap so that they really stood out!
Thank you once again to my pattern testers for all of your hard work! I really appreciate you so much! If you liked what you saw, you can find the Beatnik Waist Bag pdf sewing pattern in my shop!


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From next summer a new breed of ''expert chemists" will be trained to take over from GPs to assess patients' medical conditions and manage their drugs.
Some will also hold their own specialist clinics for patients with life-threatening conditions such as diabetes and asthma.
The reforms are part of key NHS plans to move more patient care into the community and ease the burden on overcrowded GP surgeries and hospitals.
But doctors and patient groups yesterday warned the move could switch care away from the real experts - and will mean worse healthcare for patients.
They also warned of confusion among patients as to whether they should visit their GP or pharmacist.
Under the new reforms, patients would still go to their GP for diagnosis but could then be referred to a high-street chemist for regular follow-up treatment and advice.
Some pharmacists will be offered further training to become 'experts' in conditions like skin disorders and sexually-transmitted infections, and to manage drugs such as those to prevent strokes and heart disease.
They would have separate rooms to carry out simple examinations and blood tests needed to make prescriptions.
Although expert doctors would still make the major decisions and diagnoses, patient groups fear pharmacists may step into this territory.
Joyce Robins, co-director of the campaign group Patient Concern said: "There are dangers in going down this kind of way. It is trying to do things on the cheap, like a lot of things on the health service."
"We are very, very cautious about this and can't really see how this is going to work.
"Most pharmacists don't even have a quiet space to talk to patients about even minor complaints, so where are they going to find the facilities to examine and talk to patients with serious complaints in a shop full of people?"
Earlier this year nurses and some pharmacists were given new powers to prescribe a wide range of drugs as part of a Government bid to speed up patient treatment.
However the British Medical Association branded that move ''irresponsible and dangerous'' saying it could put patients at risk.
Chairman James Johnson said at the time it was difficult to see how health workers who were not trained to diagnose disease could safely prescribe the appropriate treatment compared to fully-trained doctors.
Speaking about the new role of pharmacists, Dr Richard Vautrey of the BMA's GPs Committee said yesterday: "We welcome any additional services that patients can access but we must avoid patients getting confused about where they should go for expert help.
"We need to make sure there is very clear communication between these new expert pharmacists and the patients' GPs so that they know of the advice that has been given and that the care that is provided for individual patients is coordinated properly."
Health Minister Andy Burnham, said yesterday that the new chemists will be able to offer help "on patients' doorsteps".
He told the British Pharmaceutical Conference in Manchester: "New and extended roles for experienced staff are a key part our NHS reforms.
"Pharmacists with Special Interests will give patients more choice about where, when and from who they seek healthcare advice and treatment for things such as sexually transmitted infections, substance misuse and diabetes, or heart attack and stroke prevention through monitoring anticoagulation medicines."
A spokeswoman for the Department of Health said the move was designed to ease the pressure on GPs and give patients an extra option for seeking treatment - rather than replacing their local doctor.
She added: "Those patients who need or choose to see their GP will still be able to do so."
The spokeswoman said pharmacists would provide a separate area or room to deal with patients and carry out procedures such as taking their blood pressure.
She added that primary care trusts would be responsible for ensuring that pharmacists provided a 'suitable environment' for providing patient care.
"The pharmacists will only be working with patients with conditions that they are trained to treat.
"If they have a patient with a condition they are not trained to deal with, they will always refer them to the relevant clinician, whether it be their GP or by sending them to A and E," she said.
The Department of Health, however, will not be allocating extra money to the project and PCTs will be expected to find funds from their existing budgets.
Many NHS trusts, however are already struggling with large debts and have been forced to take drastic measures in recent months such as sacking staff in a bid to cut their spending.
Hemant Patel, President of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain said yesterday: "Pharmacists are going to be helping people with long-term illnesses like diabetes and asthma to cope with their treatment outside hospital.
"It will mean that more people can enjoy a better quality of life in their own home."
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30 Jul 2013
What's New: The Apartments By The Sloane Club
If you're coming to the capital and looking for a unique trip of a lifetime, your best bet is to stay in unique luxury accommodation. And if you're looking to stay in unique luxury accommodation, you can't go wrong with The Apartments by the Sloane Club, our brand new serviced apartments in Knightsbridge could well provide just that.
From its plush, elegant and rich classically-designed interiors right down to its luxury L'Occitane de Provence toiletries, these apartments are impressive at even the highest of standards. Among the finest luxury apartments in London and perfect for both long and short stays in London, each apartment is individually and uniquely designed with a variety of colour schemes, and all feature designer kitchens, air conditioning, wireless internet, top of the range interactive SMART TV technology, and king size beds. Some apartments also offer scenic garden views or a small private courtyard, and the Large Two Bedroom Apartment has a dining table centrepiece.
This late 18th century Victorian development is located in the heart of Knightsbridge on Lower Sloane Street, the road that links the neighbourhood to Chelsea, and are only a ten minute walk from Sloane Square and Knightsbridge tube stations. The apartments boast a great central location and are often used by guests attending affairs such as the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club Championships, Royal Ascot or the Chelsea Flower Show.
Everything London has to offer is either on your doorstep or can be simply found within a short tube ride. Knightsbridge, one of the city's prime locations, is engulfed by some of the world's best designer and boutique shopping, not to mention that its focal point is the most famous department store in the world, Harrods. Harvey Nichols is another principal store of the area, and Prada and Gucci are among the other household names. Fine dining options are plentiful, including the multi award-winning Michelin-star restaurant, Marcus Wareing at The Berekely, and worldclass bars and celeb hangouts are a defining feature of Knightsbridge and its neighbour Chelsea. Chelseais a ten minute walk away and popular historical and cultural attractions such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, Royal Albert Hall, Buckingham Palace and the splendid gardens of Hyde Park are too within easy reach.
Not only do these apartments boast fabulous brand new interiors and arguably one of London's most desirable addresses, but they also offer a wide range of hotel-like services, such as daily housekeeping, extravagant Champagne Breakfasts, in-apartment dining, special occasion hampers, and grocery shopping services to make your stay more comfortable, practical and luxurious. Secure car parking, which is a rarity in this neighbourhood, is available and the 24 hour concierge is available to book any travel or provide any information you need during your stay. What's more, extra guests can be accommodated through the provision of an extra foldaway bed (at a small additional charge and subject to availability) in the larger apartments.
If you're as impressed with The Apartments by The Sloane Club as we are, click here to check availability and book these apartments for your trip to London. We also have a number of other apartments in the Knightsbridge area, so click here to view them.
Need help with your booking or would rather speak directly to one of our London accommodation experts?Feel free to call us on +44 843 289 8820 or email@example.com. We'd be more than happy to help.
29 Jul 2013
Our Favourite Lidos in London & Nearby
Summer has reared its beautiful head this year and London is going through its hottest spell in temperature since 2006. Beach holidays are once again on the agenda, and who needs the Mediterranean, the Caribbean or the Indian Ocean when you have an array of seaside offerings within a two hour train ride of the British capital?
While you enjoy the comfort of your London holiday apartment, there is plenty of ways you can also enjoy cooling off in the city. There are a range of outdoor swimming pools (lidos) that are open throughout the summer.
Here are our favourite Lidos in London:
1. Brockwell Park Lido
This lido is known affectionately as "Brixton Beach." This Olympic-sized pool caters to serious swimmers in training right the way through to families and friends looking for a splash in the sun. It is set in beautiful Brockwell Park, a 125-metre park with views into the City of London and Canary Wharf. However, this pool is not heated, so make sure you brace yourself before taking the plunge!
Entrance fee: £3.50 adults, £1.90 children
Transport: Brixton (Victoria Line) - 15 minutes walk; Herne Hill (Overground) - 3 minutes walk
More info: http://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/Brockwell_Lido/facility/Outdoor_pool
2. London Fields Lido
A 50-metre heated open-air pool that was renovated in 2006, this lido is located in a pleasant park and is immensely popular with East London locals. It is one of the few heated lidos in London, and therefore can be recommended all year round.
Entrance fee: £4.65 adults, £2.80 children
Transport: London Fields (Overground) - 5 minutes walk; Bethnal Green (Central Line) - 25-minute walk
More info: http://www.better.org.uk/leisure/london-fields-lido
3. Parliament Hill Lido
Parliament Hill Lido is tucked away in the quiet Gospel Oak suburb of North London. It is an enormous 60 metres long and 27 metres wide and contains stainless steel lining, which gives the water a unique shimmer and retains the natural heat to warm the water.
Entrance fee: £4.30 adults, £2.70 children
Transport: Tufnell Park (Northern Line) - 8 minutes walk
More info: http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/contacts/non-council-contacts/contact-parliament-hill-lido.en
4. Serpentine Lido
A great example of open water swimming in the heart of the capital. There is a "fenced off" area of the famous Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, which played host to the Olympic 10km Open-Water swim. Water is tested weekly to ensure quality and hygiene.
Entrance fee: £4.50 adults, £1.50 children
Transport: Hyde Park Corner (Piccadilly Line) - 5 minutes walk
More info: http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde-park/sport-in-hyde-park/serpentine-lido
Or, if you fancy exploring the quintessential English seaside (buckets, spades and ice creams in hand), here are some nearby traditional seaside resorts that work perfectly as a day out from the big city to cool off.
Here are our favourite Lidos near London:
1. Bournemouth
Located on the south coast of England, Bournemouth is a long-standing favourite with its sandy beaches, cliffs and fun-filled pier including a theatre. Many different bars, restaurants and nightlife lie in wait for when the beachtowels are rolled away.
Getting there: Train from Waterloo Station in 1 hr 50 mins; approx £49 return; www.swtrains.co.uk
2. Brighton
The closest of its kind to London, Brighton is an immensely popular seaside resort and cultural base on the Sussex Coast. If you don't mind the stoney beaches and large crowds, the never-ending entertainments on the seafront and the charm of "The Lanes" shopping area make for a spectacular day out.
Getting there: Trains from Victoria, London Bridge, Blackfriars or Farringdon take around 1 hour. Price from £16 return; www.thetrainline.com
(On hot days, trains to Brighton can get extremely busy - get to the platform early to get a seat.)
3. Whitstable
Whitstable is a small seaside town in Kent, famous for its oysters and upmarket seafood restaurants. There is a small castle, a charming shingle beach and a lower-key alternative to the more lively Kent coastal resorts of Margate and Ramsgate.
Getting there: Trains from Victoria take around 1 hour 25 minutes; approx £25 return; www.southeasternrailway.co.uk
4. Eastbourne
The town of Eastbourne is complemented with a laid-back seaside resort that is quieter than nearby Brighton. The stoney beach enjoys a spectacular backdrop of the cliffs at Beachy Head, and the 1930s bandstands on the seafront hold daily summer concerts
Getting there: Trains from Victoria take around 1 hour 30 minutes; approx £30 return; www.southernrailway.com
If you are visiting London soon and want to book London accommodation or want some advice on your nearest Lido, speak to a customer advisor now. Call us on +44 843 289 8820 or email us at email@example.com for rates and availability.
24 Jul 2013
Our Top Tips for London Relocations
We hope the guide below helps with this process so you don't come here feeling like a fish out of water.
Where to live...
It all depends, of course, why you are moving. If, like many, you're coming to the Big Smoke for work, it's always sensible not to live too far from the place you'll likely be commuting to and from five days of the week. London's tube network may be able to fit on a small A5 piece of paper, but it sure does cover a lot of (under)ground. For example, crossing from the far East to the far West will take you at least ninety minutes on the tube and won't be the most cost or time effective arrangement.
Just because an area is not on the tube map, doesn't mean it's not within reach of the city. In fact, popular commuter areas, especially for families, tend to lie in the West and North West of London in more surburban areas where frequent fast trains journey into central London stations like Waterloo, Paddington, Kings Cross and Victoria in under thirty minutes, and which has the M4 main road within easy reach.
But wherever you decide to root yourselves, price will more often or not be an important factor to consider.
The general rule is that the most expensive to live is in Central London (the most expensive being Kensington, Chelsea and Knightsbridge) and as you move further out, property buy and rent prices become cheaper. Of course, there are some outer London 'desirable' areas that defy this rule, such as most of the South West London region in towns like Richmond and Wimbledon, but it's a general rule of thumb to bear in mind.
It's all very well setting your sights on the most central locations on a London map, but many suburbs out of the city are an excellent base that actually provides a more beneficial balance between hectic London life and a more peaceful rural community. Thoroughly research the neighbourhoods or districts in and around London and identify what they are good for, always bearing in mind price and travel time/cost. Our Relocation page signposts the top London areas to relocate, while our location guides are a good place to explore for yourself.
What accommodation to live in...
Most people in London choose to live in an apartment as opposed to a house, as it's generally cheaper and gives you the option to rent or house share with others. But if this is your first relocation to London, sorting out utility bills, agency fees, moving in dates, council tax and furniture takes a lot of pre-planning and can be an overwhelming hassle, especially if you're moving from abroad or may only be staying for a few months. This is why a lot of people now choose to stay in Serviced Apartments for their relocation to London, whether its for professionals or whole families, for the whole of their stay or just for a few months to get their feet firmly on London turf.
You may already be aware, but Serviced Apartments eliminate this hassle by including these sorts of charges, like a hotel does, as well as providing you with a spacious environment and a homely experience. Fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, separate bedrooms and bathrooms- all fully furnished with amenities, furnishings and facilities- are just a few typical features that you'll find in them. Maid service and wireless internet are commonly inclusive too, and there are no hidden charges. Simply turn up and instantly feel at home. What's more, help is always close by when you choose this accommodation option.
Click here to browse our wide range of serviced apartments in London, or follow our locations pages to browse our apartments in a specific area.
Knowing the area...
Chosen an area? Sorted out accommodation? Great. Whether it's before you arrive or as soon as you get here, make sure to spend a day or so exploring the surrounding area of your new home. This doesn't just mean pinpointing the nearest shops, pubs and bars for your evening tipples, but also locating and registering with a local dentist and doctor/GP. Health Care in the UK is rated the best in the world under the government-funded National Health Service, so UK residents only have to pay for prescriptions, dental care, some tests and some specialist treatment. Private healthcare is also available in London, and if you're not staying in London for long, at least find out where the nearest walk-in or emergency services are.
Get integrated...
Relocating often comes with not only the troubles of not knowing the area, but also of not knowing anyone. Joining a gym or becoming a regular at your local pub may be two ways of easily getting to know people. There are plenty of communities, clubs and social events all over London to meet people, whatever your hobbies or interests. Just to name a few, there are hundreds, maybe even thousands, of sport, film, book and religious social organisations around the city, and more information on these can be easily found online or at local community centres.
Travel Tips...
If there's one thing you'll be doing in London, it's travelling. London is a big city and, whether you like it or not, is not somewhere you can simply walk from A to B all of the time. Thankfully, public transport is plentiful and there are tubes, trains, trams, buses and bike hire at your service.
We recommend that you:
1. Study the TFL website inside out for everything you need to know about travelling to, from and within London, and download some of their apps (if you can) in case you ever get stuck on the go.
2. Get an Oyster card online or from any station kiosk and save money on ever journey.
3. Don't drive unless you are living well away from the busy London streets as you'll be hit with bad traffic, congestion charges and hefty parking costs.
4. Walk the streets of London and it always seems like everyone has somewhere to be. Rushing around is a characteristic of London life, and if you dawdle or stand on the left hand side of a tube station elevator you're likely to be tutted at – you have been warned.
Read guides...
You've arrived in London, the world is your oyster. Moving to London is exciting, so make the most of it by keeping up to date with what's going on; there's only so much time the generic London attractions can fill. Pick up the Time Out Magazine every Tuesday and sign up to a few London blogs to pick up tips, guides and ideas on what to do. Ours will be able to help you out.
23 Jul 2013
Checking Out: Camden Apartments
Camden, which lies in North London above Regents Park, is a bustling tourist hotspot thanks to its world renowned markets' eclectic vibe, alternative fashion and global street food. Our wide range of apartments in Camden provide guests with plenty to explore in its immediate surroundings, as well as being only a few minutes tube ride into the more central districts. What's more, the apartments typically defy the higher priced properties that are a common feature of central London.
We recently visited the area to check out a handful of our apartments there, all of which are just a short walk to Camden Tube Station and are ideally suited for large families or groups. The apartments below are characteristic of the properties in this area, and are all available to book instantly on our website.
There are studio to five bedroom apartments available in this area, and each has its own style. Aside from combined living and dining room areas; fully equipped kitchens; separate bedrooms; and bathrooms, the apartments feature modern furnishings with functional, practical amenities, as well as homely comforts. The kitchens are fully stocked with cutlery, ovens and fridges, and a coffee machine; all living rooms have flat screen TVs with DVD players; and most bathrooms have bathtubs. Air conditioning and secure parking are available in some apartments, and some are split-level apartments with internal stairs.
Perfect for both extended and short stays in London, whether it's for business or leisure, these cost-effective accommodation options are great value for money, offering its guests spacious living areas with fully equipped kitchens, complimentary wireless internet, dishwashers, washer dryers, Freeview TV and DVD players. All utility bills (electricity, heating, water) are included and housekeeping, towel and linen change is weekly. Extra sofa beds are available at a small additional cost, increasing the number of guests that can be accommodated, and thus making them very flexible apartments for groups.
For more about the surrounding North London area, click here.
Camden, of course! But not only are the markets a focal point of this popular neighbourhood. Camden houses a number of popular pubs and clubs (namely Barfly and The Worlds End) and Londoners regularly stop by here for live music in its number of trendy music venues. Nearby attractions include London Zoo, Regents Park, Madame Tussauds, Lords Cricket ground, and the Sherlock Holmes Museum. Primrose Hill is a ten minute walk away, where you can get stunning views over central London, and is where many celebrities have chosen- and still choose- to reside. Central London can be reached within minutes on the northern line from Camden Tube Station, which is within a five to fifteen minute walk from all of our Camden Apartments.
If you think a Serviced Apartment in Camden would suit your stay, click here to view, check availability and book the apartments in this area for your trip to London.
Need help with your booking or would rather speak directly to one of our London accommodation experts? Feel free to call us on +44 843 289 8820 or email firstname.lastname@example.com. We'd be more than happy to help.
17 Jul 2013
Top 5 London Parks & Gardens
Here's our Top 5 favourite London Parks and Gardens:
1. Hyde Park
Hyde Park, one of London's largest at 1.5 miles long and covering 350 acres, is one of the Royal Parks and home to an array of memorials and recreational facilities. The famous Speakers' Corner lies on the north-east side of the park and is dedicated to where people are fully allowed to embrace freedom of speech by publically imparting (lawful) speeches and debate. The Serpentine Boating Lake is a popular spot for hiring boats out onto the lake, and the Serpentine Lido is open for public swimming during the Summer, as well as having Britain's oldest swimming club. The Diana Memorial Fountain is also worth a visit whilst you're in the park. The larger areas of flat ground means that Hyde Park is a popular site for sports, whilst its vast area and central London location has made it a top outdoor venue for hosting annual events, gigs, festivals and concerts.
BEST FOR: Recreational activities and long walks
WHERE IT IS: Hyde Park sits to the right of Kensington and above Knightsbridge. Nearest tubes are Knightsbridge, Hyde Park Corner, Queensway, Marble Arch and Lancaster Gate, depending on which side of the park you wish to enter or exit.
FUN FACT: Overlooking Hyde Park is the exclusive Number One Hyde Park apartment, the most expensive apartments in London and in the world at over £135 million.
2. Regents Park
BEST FOR: Visiting London Zoo or taking part in a sporting activity
WHERE IT IS: Its vast parkland is located in North London, to the left of Camden and above the West End. Baker Street, Euston and Regents Park tube stations are all within a couple of minutes walk from the park.
FUN FACT: The Open Air Theatre was one of only two theatres that remained open throughout the World War II.
3. Kensington Gardens
BEST FOR: Picnics among luscious scenery and swan-gazing
WHERE IT IS: Kensington Gardens adjoin Hyde Park on the left hand side and can be accessed easily from High Street Kensington tube. Check-in-London also feature some exceptional Kensington apartments near this park if you are looking for a short term London accommodation.
FUN FACT: If you're wondering why it sits next to Hyde Park, it's because it used to be Hyde Park. It was in 1728 that Queen Caroline, wife of George II, moulded the gardens to the structure that exists today.
4. Kew Gardens
250 years of garden history lies within its gates, and guests will not only lap up the sun (assuming it's actually out) but also the landscapes, greenhouses, treetop sights, and woodland and rainforest experiences. This may be the only park on this list that has an entrance fee, but it's also the only one that offers such a vast and impressive collection of plants from all over the world. As well as housing the famous royal Kew Palace, further attractions include Temperate House, the oldest surviving glasshouse in the world, and the Prince Charles Conservatory, which features global plants from ten different climatic zones. The Orangery serves up a proper British cooked meal, while smaller cafes dotted around provide smaller bites and refreshments.
BEST FOR: Exploring new, colourful sights and smells
WHERE IT IS: Again, another first - Kew Gardens is not in central London but located in south-West London in Kew, only a thirty minute tube ride from central London. From Kew Gardens tube station, the garden's entrance is just a two minute walk.
FUN FACT: Kew Gardens houses the Coconut Palm, the tree that 'grants all wishes', which is planted in Hawaii whenever a child is born.
5. Kyoto Gardens
A park within a park! This small, quaint and beautiful traditional Japanese Garden is located within the 55 acres of Holland Park and was donated by the Chamber of Commerce of Kyoto in 1991. This pastoral hidden gem is certainly something to be admired, and creates the utmost tranquil setting for relaxing in and admiring its beautiful features. A focal cascading waterfall, ornate pond with koi carp, a stone washbasin and a display of Japanese plants, shrubs and rocks are just some of the wonders of this surreal little haven which guarantees a moments escapism. And people aren't the only visitors partial to these sights - Peacocks too roam these gardens!
BEST FOR: Unwinding and enjoying the peace with a good book
WHERE IT IS: Kyoto Gardens sit between High Street Kensington and Holland Park tube stations in the centre of Holland Park.
FUN FACT: The garden was designed for the Japan Festival in 1991 to commemorate the centenary of Japanese Society in Britain.
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9 Jul 2013
Before & After: Fountain House Hyde Park
One of our prime Paddington serviced apartments, Fountain House Hyde Park, has recently undergone a refurbishment of its Four Bedroom Penthouse Suite. The dated neutral creams and browns have been replaced with a more modern, bright and colourful makeover and the furnishings have too been updated to more practical and comfortable pieces. We particularly are impressed with the living room's (above) feature chandelier, the chic design of the additional seating, and the contemporary drapes. The living room now also has a premium audio-visual system with a Flatscreen TV and a wide selection of satellite channels alongside its free wireless internet, all of which make it ideally suited for family or group stays and vacations in London.
Oh, and also... a bit about the area:
With Hyde Park just a stone throw away (the penthouse itself overlooks the breathtaking Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens as well as the London skyline), guests are only moments from both the vibrant scenes of the West End and Oxford Street area and the more tranquil greenery of the surrounding acres of parkland. Boasting a desirable central London location, top attractions such as Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall and Portobello Market are just around the corner, and other popular areas of London such as Westminster and Chelsea can be reached via a short tube ride. Lancaster Gate tube station is a couple of steps from the apartment building, operating the Central line to Liverpool St and the city. Fancy a day out of London during your visit? Paddington station, which is just a seven minute walk from the apartment, serves numerous national rail services to greater London and nearby towns and cities.
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4 Jul 2013
Our Favourite London Alfresco Bars
London is home to some of the most remarkable towering buildings and skyscrapers in the world, and you only have to plant yourself anywhere in the central area and look up to appreciate their prominent and striking presence. So it shouldn't come as a surprise that many of London's rooftops aren't simply empty spaces, but have been used to house some of the capital's most exclusive and breathtaking bars and restaurants. They may hopelessly cling onto the optimism of British weather's good fortune, but if you're coming to London in the summertime and have caught the sun out with this hat on, our favourite London alfresco bars are definite hotspots, and a better place than any to get that perfect holiday snap:
1. Radio Bar
337 The Strand, West End
2. Queen of Hoxton
1 Curtain Road, Shoreditch
3. Vista at The Trafalgar
2 Spring Gardens, Trafalgar Square, West End
4. Aqua Spirit
240 Regents Street, West End
Part of the Aqua Restaurant Group company, the Aqua Spirit bar lies in the same vicinity as their Japanese cuisine, Aqua Kyoto, on the fifth floor of the old Dickins and Jones department store on Regent Street. The interior bar that first greets you as you is impressive enough, decked out with rich Japanese textures and an uber-chic and stark candlelit design. But there's another reason why Aqua Spirit has won a Bar of the Year award; its outside terrace, which also has a bar where two of its cocktail makers whip up the dazzling concoctions on the diverse menu, offer spectacular views over the bustling West End streets of shoppers below. If you're visiting the capital for a vacation in London, you may be one of those shoppers yourself! So when your feet are aching and simply cannot carry any more bags, pop up and try the Aqua Kyoto cocktail - It won't be like anything you've had before.
5. Boundary
2-4 Boundary Street, Shoreditch
Another Shoreditch sensation (you have to go there now!) awaits you at this LA/Meditarranean style terrace. It certainly makes you feel like you're on holiday, and its modern decking, canopy, wooden decor, focal fireplace and quiet surroundings (music is always at a minimum) creates the perfect chill out zone on a warm Summer's evening. It's not huge but the area is more organised than most with proper laid out tables for drinking and dining. Again, the drinks (and food) are a bit pricey, especially for an eastern London location, but being that side of the river gives not only stunning views over the Thames but also out to the Barbican and canary Wharf. Heard of rooftop jumping? The rooftop bar at Shoreditch House is across the road.
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I currently work for JET in Japan. They pay great, covered airfare and housing, and they have been very supportive. Are there any similar companies in Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.?
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You'll find that the conditions (and perks) for ESL teaching in Europe are not nearly as good as in some Asian countries like Japan. I'm assuming that you are non-EU based on your other questions, which means you may have a very difficult time finding a work sponsor unless you are well-educated (preferably with a teaching degree, not just ESL) and have extensive experience. It's much easier for employers to hire within the EU (since UK and Ireland can travel freely and there are no special considerations for hiring).
Generally you will need to apply directly with language schools, and don't count on them paying airfare and housing (they won't). If you want to work in the EU, you will usually have to finance it yourself. I have several EU friends that teach ESL in Asia, but find the pay and benefits too low within Europe, and there is so much competition for the jobs. If you want to work in Italy, Spain or Greece, it would help your position to have proficient Italian, Spanish or Greek as well.
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Gaming PCs are expensive as they require best parts from the best brands to fill in their graphic needs. These expensive parts do very well to deliver the performance that is expected from them but they also perform their actions on your bank account by draining the cash in it. In this article, you'll read about the best configuration of a gaming PC you can get for only 500$ which will run your games smoothly without draining your wallet. This is assembling the Best Gaming PC under 500 Dollars in 2017.
500 Dollars isn't much for a gaming PC but if assembled correctly by choosing the perfect combination of processor and a graphic card you can get a 30-60 FPS smooth 1080p gaming experience. As our budget is low we won't go for fancy stuff like RGB lights, shining cases, etc. instead, we'll select the hardware parts which gives the best price to performance ratio. Plus, we'll also keep this build upgradable so you can save your next bonus and get a few more FPS. We'll include a powerful yet cheap processor, suitable motherboard, best graphics card, decent RAM sticks, sufficient power supply, 1 TB storage and a good looking cabinet to hold these gigs.
Enough talking let's start already,
Processor: Intel Core i3-6100 3.70 GHz 3M Cache
When it comes to building a budget PC, the biggest share of that budget is taken by the processor as you gotta buy something which would last long and is compatible with a large set of other components. For this Best Gaming PC under 500 Dollars build, we have selected Intel Core i3 sixth generation skylake 6100 modeled chip. It runs at a base clock speed of 3.57GHz with Two-cores having Hyper-Threading. Its benchmarks show that it gives a Fast single-core performance but lacks while competing in multi-core conditions. Another pro about this processor is that it consumes very low power reducing our overall power usage and making the selected PSU just perfect. As it is an Intel processor so it also comes with Intel HD Graphics 530 integrated GPU. Unlike the similar ranged AMD FX series which has no integrated GPU and needs an external GPU. Talking about temperatures it tends to heat a bit under heavy usage while using the stock cooler but it is what it is (:P), better than AMD though.
Graphics Card: Gigabyte Radeon RX 460 Windforce OC 2GB GDDR5
Graphics card is the component which delivers your pixel perfect video and frame rates. They range from a price tag of $25 to $5000+, but as we are on a fixed budget we gotta be careful and select the one which will deliver what we expect from this $500 build. We are expecting 30-60FPS smoothing gaming and for that, we have chosen AMD RX 460 which is a new addition to AMD Radeon graphics cards. It is built upon the latest 4th generation GCN architecture which makes it's size small and reduces power consumption largely. It has a memory speed of 7000Mhz and 2GB VRAM. Though we cannot cover full benchmarks over here, but, Avg. fps in Call of Duty: Black Ops III on 1080p High settings were 47, and 38 for Batman Arkham Knight. Not bad at all.
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A LGA-1151 Intel H110 Micro ATX DDR4
Selecting a motherboard is a tough task as it the main part which fits everything in it, we gotta make sure it is compatible with all the other hardware components of our gaming build. First of all, we check its socket type, as out processor requires an LGA 1151 socket so our motherboard should have that socket, likewise, we check for the graphics card slot, RAM slots, SATA ports, PSU ports and so on. After looking up all the conditions we finally selected Gigabyte GA-H110M-A motherboard. It has an LGA 1151 type socket, dual channel DDR4 RAM slots which support up to 32GB system memory, inbuilt integrated video processor, inbuilt Realtek ALC887 audio card, network card, 1x PCI Express x16 slot, 2x PCI Express x1 slots, 4x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports, 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports and all other basic to some advanced level slots and connectors. It also supports modern BIOS and many other features like fastboot, quick recovery, etc.
RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 DRAM 2133MHz
Nothing to say about these as the title itself is self-explanatory. Vengeance LPX RAM provides reliability and speed plus they are supported by the motherboard we have selected. They are made upon the latest DRAM interface specification, DDR4, which runs at a whopping speed of 2133MHz much faster than the older DDR3 memory sticks. We have chosen only 8GB of memory which might seem less but it is just enough to run all games of this generation, plus you have an option to upgrade these up to 32GB thanks to the motherboard we are using.
Power Supply Unit: Corsair CX 500Watt 80+ Bronze Certified
When it comes to selecting the power supply unit we have to measure the total amount of power that all other components in the cabinet are using and then select the one which can handle that. Corsair's CX500 which supplies a 500Watt of power is enough for this best gaming PC under 500 Dollars build. As told earlier, the CPU and GPU we selected both are low power consuming and with adding only one hard drive this PSU fits right in, plus it also leaves a little power space for if you want to add an SSD later on. It provides all the connectors connected to it in a non-modular fashion. It is 80+ Bronze certified which reduces the chances of short circuit greatly and protects your expensive motherboard, processor and other parts from electrical damages.
HDD: WD Blue 1TB SATA 6 Gb/s 7200 RPM 64MB Cache WD10EZEX
Western Digital Blue is one of the best selling hard drives for budget PC for gaming and normal usage. We have chosen the 1 TB model as it is sufficient for holding 3-4 good games and other A rated stuff. With the latest refreshed model, it now spins at a speed of 7200 RPM transferring data at 6GBPS connection. It has a cache memory of 64 megabytes. Although as seen it takes more time in loading games than the other Black and Red models but here we are considering the price to performance ratio and this one fits in perfectly.
Cabinet: Corsair Carbide Series 100R Mid Tower
Last but not the least, the cabinet. The housing of all the hardware components. NZXT Phantom was our first choice as it provides that gaming rig look and perfect cooling mechanisms but as we are restricted by the budget, we selected Corsair Carbide 100R. It is mid tower case which also has a great cooling mechanism but lacks that gaming rig looks. All over it is a great cabinet supporting all types of motherboard configuration with PSU placement at the bottom and enough space for housing multiple drives and cable management. It includes 2 USB ports at the front panel with audio and microphone jack, basic stuff.
Final Thoughts
So, this was our Best Gaming PC under 500 Dollars article. We tried our best to provide the best hardware components which are compatible with each other and are upgradable too. We made sure we are not over spending on any particular component and selecting the one which gives us the best price to performance ratio.
Do tell us what do you think about this gaming rig in the comments below and also mention if we fail to add anything required for this article. Also, suggest us improvements and do point out typos if any. Thank You!
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