Raeside Chisholm Solicitors Blog

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) issued a consultation paper recently setting out proposed amendments to the mortgage data currently reported by mortgage lenders to the regulator.

The lot of carers could be drastically improved by an increase in the amount of information and support available when they first take on the role, according to recent research by annual awareness campaign Carers Week.

Interesting results from two major studies, supported by the Medical Research Council, have revealed that the number of people with dementia in the UK is substantially lower than expected because overall prevalence in the 65 and over age group has dropped.

Recent research from the think-tank Demos, supported by Sue Ryder, has revealed unacceptable inequalities in end of life care.


The single biggest difference is whether someone is dying from cancer – with this group receiving earlier and better diagnosis, better follow up support and dedicated help to ensure their wishes were carried out. Despite accounting for only 27% of all deaths, cancer sufferers make up around 90% of users of hospice care.   


The report, entitled Ways and Means, highlights several other significant inequalities in end of life care including:

This superb larger style 3 bedroom flat occupies a preferred first floor position within a traditional 3-storey sandstone tenement. Internally the flat is presented to the market in immaculate order throughout, offering a fusion of period features and contemporary fitments.
 
The property is accessed from a shared landing with a spacious reception hall providing direct access to all apartments. To the front of the property there is a bay windowed lounge with ornate cornicing, feature fireplace, gas living flame fire and walk in recess storage cupboard. There are also two carpeted double bedrooms to front and one to rear, all with feature period fireplaces.
 
The large dining kitchen is well fitted out with a range of modern base and wall mounted storage units incorporating worktop surface areas, stainless steel sink/ drainer and a range of integrated appliances. There is also a dining recess with adequate space for family dining table and chairs. The bathroom has a modern 3-piece suite installed comprising low level WC, contemporary glass wash bowl and bath with ‘Triton’ instant electric shower and screen installed.
 
The property further benefits from having gas central heating and hardwood effect upvc double glazing. The building itself is protected by a security entry system, whilst externally there are well maintained communal gardens to rear.
 
Set back from the main road with attractive open aspects to front towards Paisley Grammar School, the property forms part of an established and popular pocket within Paisley’s much sought after East End, convenient for host of local amenities and excellent recreational facilities including nearby Barshaw Park and the Lagoon Leisure Centre. The town centre itself, which is easily accessible, offers more extensive shopping facilities as well as numerous popular bars and restaurants.
 
There are regular bus services nearby giving access to surrounding districts and the property is within a ten minute drive of Glasgow International Airport. Paisley also offers regular train services to surrounding districts and further afield to Glasgow, whilst for those who commute by car the road and motorway network give access to most centres of business throughout the central belt.