In general terms posh means wealthly people,elegant,luxurious house.The origin word come 1915-1920,of obscure origin; compare a dandy (recorded as Britain slang is 1890) the word posh is an acronym from port out (ward),starboard home,said to be the preferred accomodation on ships travelling between England India,is without foundation.
In the northern working class girl the accent is different from the urban Upper class girl when the northern working class say hello they usually miss the'h' and somethime it is difficult to understand when they speak.Normally,urban upper class girl are posh that means they are very sophisticate,well believed in front of puplic,they talk less,well dress.Moreover,they talk about moneyand about wealthly people.No,any of the differences particularly did not surprised me.
Available at:http://www.channel4.com/programmes/faking-it/4od#2922253
Sunday, 19 June 2011
Sport
Mauritius sports including kayaking,trekking,mountain biking and water sports .Furthermore,water sports are the main attractions of the islands because Mauritius has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.General sports that we practice in the Mauritius are: Rugby,Golf,Tennis and Football.In addtions,water sports are practice in the beaches,most of the hotels found near to the beaches so many many tourist get easy access.Moreover,Champ de Mars Racecourse is found at the capital of Mauritius Port Louis is very famous among local people and tourist.Mauritius Golf Open and International horse riding in December.
When compare sports toMauritius and UK ,UK is a big country they have many big football and rugby teams.All part of the world UK are very famous for the football,rugby,golf and many other sports.They participate in many big sport events like olympic game.
Ref:
Mauritius Sports,mapsofworld.com,available at:http://www.mapsofworld.com/mauritius/sports/ (accessed on 15 June 2011).
When compare sports toMauritius and UK ,UK is a big country they have many big football and rugby teams.All part of the world UK are very famous for the football,rugby,golf and many other sports.They participate in many big sport events like olympic game.
Ref:
Mauritius Sports,mapsofworld.com,available at:http://www.mapsofworld.com/mauritius/sports/ (accessed on 15 June 2011).
Monday, 6 June 2011
Improved approached to problem of missing children
CEOP means Child Exploitation and Online Protection.Moreover,on 25 May is International children's Day in Britain.Since 2006 the CEOP is being operating.Furthermore,James Brokenshire is crime and security minister.In addtion,the Ceop will use online proctection service.
: http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/media-centre/news/ceop-children-protected.
: http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/media-centre/news/ceop-children-protected.
Tuesday, 31 May 2011
Crime and Punishment
Yes,the death penatly should exist as a punishment for both murder and terrorism.Moreover,I believed that death penatly can reduced crime because people will think the consequence before commit a murder or terrorism.Furthermore,i think the main purpose of prison must be rehabilitation as these people will get an another to become a good people and improve themselves.These people can also help police to find another criminal.In addition,people who drink and drive should cancel their licence or gives them a high fine to paid because if ever the driver lose control of their car they can make a fatal accidence and take innocence life which is unacceptable in the society. As well as,yes,sometime the police should have the right to stop and search you in the street without a warrant if ever we are drug dealer,commiting a crime and terrorism ,i think they have right because it is the duty to any police to protect the society.
week 5 Legal system
Name of video: Uk system visa system.23 Mar 2011.
http://www.youtube.com/ukhomeoffice#p/u/4/upVZrBtziGU
Five questions of Doris.1.what the UK student system want todo?
2.What it is estimated?
3.By how many the student visa will reduce in next 3 years ?
4.What are the people are doing ?
5.What are they provide?
http://www.youtube.com/ukhomeoffice#p/u/4/upVZrBtziGU
Five questions of Doris.1.what the UK student system want todo?
2.What it is estimated?
3.By how many the student visa will reduce in next 3 years ?
4.What are the people are doing ?
5.What are they provide?
Tuesday, 24 May 2011
Welfare
In Mauritius the official retirement age for women is 60 and men 65 whereas in UK both women and men are 65.Moreover,similar to UK there is an old age pensions for people too old to work in Mauritius,per weekly they get Rs 700.5.Furthermore,for those people who are unemployment receive benefits Social assitance and Social insurance system and in UK help comes in many ways and is usually paid by the Department of Social Security.Similar to UK Mauritius have housing,sickness,maternity and death benefits.In addition,Mauritius have social workers and there are popular.Even more,government and public donations,Companies are some important charities in my country and they collect by individualy go door to door and fund raising.Further,yes there is anequivalent of the Citizens Advice Bureau in my country.In addition,yes there is an equivalent of the National Health Service (NHS)in my country.Moreover,inMauritus a family doctors get average Rs 30 000. In mauritius the nurse uniform is general white and wearing a hat.The emergency telephone number is 114.In my country,we have public and private hospital,local denpensary and regional hospital.
Online ssa.gov(2009)Available at:http://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/progdesc/ssptw/2008-2009/africa/mauritius.html(Accessed:25 May 2011).
Online ssa.gov(2009)Available at:http://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/progdesc/ssptw/2008-2009/africa/mauritius.html(Accessed:25 May 2011).
Tuesday, 17 May 2011
Newspapers
In the independent newspaper,on 7.May.2011,the headlines was 'No to the yes men'.The times newspaper on the same date the headlines was'No Deputy Prime Minister' where the article took the whole page and a little bit of advertisement.In guardian the headlines was'No to AV...yes to a whole new constitutional conflict'and in addition,the article take half page.All the newspaper were publisher in the same date but their headlines were different.In editional section for independent newspaper the writer Matthew Parris was disagreed to the article'No to the yes men'because he use negatives words like 'i realise that the alternative is now awfully yesterday'.However to the other newspapers in the opinion page there were nothing mention about the headlines instead they mention about political issue.In my opinion ,i agree that they comment about political issue because it is a serious issue and the reader are more concern about it.
Sunday, 8 May 2011
Television
In England we have many channels like BBC1 and Channel 4 ,in Mauritius also we have many channels likeMBC1.Recently in my country we have introduce digital terrestrial television and Zee tv but in Uk it was already broadcasted. Moreover,in UK we put censorship in T.Vprogrammes,violent films and sometime in advertising it is similar to my country.
On last Tuesday at 7pm in the BBC1channel feactures' The one show ' it is a Magazine show with tropical reports,feactures and interviews from around theUK,in same date and time on BBC2 channel it was shown'Coast' a documentary it is about a journey around the coast of the UK.Furthermore, on the ITV1channel it was shown a serial name' Emmerdale 'duration 30 minutes.In additions,both Channel 4 and Channel 5 it was telecast News durations 50 mins,includes sport and weather and in Channel 5 National and International news.
The most famous British soaps is' Coronation Street'.
On last Tuesday at 7pm in the BBC1channel feactures' The one show ' it is a Magazine show with tropical reports,feactures and interviews from around theUK,in same date and time on BBC2 channel it was shown'Coast' a documentary it is about a journey around the coast of the UK.Furthermore, on the ITV1channel it was shown a serial name' Emmerdale 'duration 30 minutes.In additions,both Channel 4 and Channel 5 it was telecast News durations 50 mins,includes sport and weather and in Channel 5 National and International news.
The most famous British soaps is' Coronation Street'.
Saturday, 19 March 2011
Educations
Firstly educations system in Mauritius is very similar as Britain education system.Secondly, Mauritius people start school at the age of five and finish there study at the age of 18 ,if they want they go to the universities same as Britain people.Thirstly,in British there are three school terms similar to my country.
Moreover,in Britain the system is divided into primary,secondary and tertiary sectors same to my country and also the age that students start each stage.Furthermore,the most important school exams in my country are O level and A level and at age 16 and 18 like Britain.Besides,the most famous university in Mauritius is "The University of Mauritius"(UoM).In additions,university students in Mauritius if they attend local university they usually they live with their parents but in Britain it is different.
Moreover,in Britain the system is divided into primary,secondary and tertiary sectors same to my country and also the age that students start each stage.Furthermore,the most important school exams in my country are O level and A level and at age 16 and 18 like Britain.Besides,the most famous university in Mauritius is "The University of Mauritius"(UoM).In additions,university students in Mauritius if they attend local university they usually they live with their parents but in Britain it is different.
Sunday, 6 March 2011
The famous Senedd,which was opened in 2006 ,is situated in a prime position on the water front in Cardiff Bay.Morever, the structure of Senedd is built in the mind to effective energy. Furthermore,the Facade is an indigeous slate used on the external walls and the floors internally and externally cleverly brings the Bay up and into the building.In additions,the roof plane around the cowel turns down to forms a funnel in the debating chamber to able to get solar energy and ventillation. On the contrary,the cowl allow negative pressure avoiding hot air in the debating chamber to be drawn out.On the other hand,the Committee Roomshave twice tall,glazed walls that face out into the internal courtyard.Likewise,the Orielis an open,public space giving views of the Siambr at task. Four artists were hired to decorate the building.Likewise,the Lantern allows natural daylight pass in the Siambr.Besides,the Siambr is the big and circular is the debating chamber is heart of the Senedd .All the parts of Senedd have a useful function.www.bbc.co.uk and http://www.assemblywales.org/Monday, 28 February 2011
Saint David
St.David is the only Welsh saint
to be canonized and culted in the Western church.It is a very important day for Welsh people,every people will be in a mood festive.They celebrate on 1st March.On that big event many people will wear either a daffodil or a leek ,which are both sign of Wales. Moreover,Saint David's Day begins in many Welsh primary schools with a religious service.Furthermore,boys wear a white shirt,a Welsh flannel waistcoat,black trousers,long wool socks and black shoes.Girls wear a petticoal and overcoat, made of Welsh flannel and a tall hat,worn over a frilled bonnet.In addition, most data about the Saint David comes from a biography written by Rhygyfarch in the eleventh century.However,it was written many years after the Saint's death, it isn't likely to be very trustworthly.His mother,Non,was the daughter of a local chieftan and his father was a prince called Sant,son of the king of Cardigan.In other hand he was living an austere life devoted to God.
to be canonized and culted in the Western church.It is a very important day for Welsh people,every people will be in a mood festive.They celebrate on 1st March.On that big event many people will wear either a daffodil or a leek ,which are both sign of Wales. Moreover,Saint David's Day begins in many Welsh primary schools with a religious service.Furthermore,boys wear a white shirt,a Welsh flannel waistcoat,black trousers,long wool socks and black shoes.Girls wear a petticoal and overcoat, made of Welsh flannel and a tall hat,worn over a frilled bonnet.In addition, most data about the Saint David comes from a biography written by Rhygyfarch in the eleventh century.However,it was written many years after the Saint's death, it isn't likely to be very trustworthly.His mother,Non,was the daughter of a local chieftan and his father was a prince called Sant,son of the king of Cardigan.In other hand he was living an austere life devoted to God.www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/christianity/saints/david_1.shtmlFurther on that big occasions,the delicious cakes are made it is made of flour and currant.
www.suite101.com/content/celebrate-st-davids-day-this-year-a206639
Thursday, 17 February 2011
Research women MPs
Many years ago women in general has little power via men, like many women were staying at home to take care of their children,but little by little this traditions has changed . Nowadays women have made a lot of progress via to men. Women can become a pilote,drive car,working in big firms ,become MPs and so on . In England the first women who was elected to the House of Commons was Countess Constance Markievicz in 1918,however she refused to her seat,as in it protest against Britain's Policy in Ireland moreover the first woman to be elected was Viscountess Nancy Astor in 1919 who replaced Countess Constance Markievicz and agree to take her seat.(REF : MPs UK Parliament). There are 4 female MP now in the England namely :The RT Hon (the Right Honorable ) Theresa May MP after the general election in May 2010 she was appointed Home Secretary and Ministry for women and Equalities,the RT Hon Caroline Spelman MP her role is Secretary of state for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs(dealing with farming),the RT Hon Cheryl Gillan MP she is responsible for Secretary of State for Wales and lastly The RT Hon Baroness Warsi her duty is a Ministry without Portfolio.(http://www.bbc/. co.uk) .Furthermore there are currently144 female MPs.
Tuesday, 8 February 2011
The UK Parliament
Parliament is The national Legislature of various countries,especially that of the United Kingdom made up of House of Lords and the House of Commons.House of Commons Democratically elected house,makes laws and checks the work of Government and House of Lords a forum of expertise,making laws and providing Scrutiny of Government.(http://www.parliament.uk/)
The two Houses of Parliament are:House of Commons and the House of Lords.The house of Lords has more power than House of Commons .In the UK there are 659 constituencies,in England there are 529 constituencies and in Scotland there are72 constituencies.No ,they are not the same geographical size.The candidate who has highest votes wins,even if they have only one vote than the other candidates wins the elections this system called the 'first past the post' system.The political party with most MPs forms the state.
The two Houses of Parliament are:House of Commons and the House of Lords.The house of Lords has more power than House of Commons .In the UK there are 659 constituencies,in England there are 529 constituencies and in Scotland there are72 constituencies.No ,they are not the same geographical size.The candidate who has highest votes wins,even if they have only one vote than the other candidates wins the elections this system called the 'first past the post' system.The political party with most MPs forms the state.
Tuesday, 1 February 2011
The European Union
When European had a powerful economic and government institutions became greater attractive to some European politicalmen after the Second World War (1939-1945).They want to create a serene and flourishing Europe after the demolition of Second World Wars and after many 100 years of hostility and mutual disagreetment between the European powers.The Europe were established in 1957 when 6 countries (West Germany,the Nertherlands,Italy,Luxembourg,France and Belgium).40% of world trade belongs to the EU.The European Parliament ,the European Commission, the European Council,the European Court ot Justice and the Council of Ministers all these organization are here to manage EU.The Parliament is the only directly-elected body in the EU.Britain kept aside from European connections in the 1950s because saw its sucess in the trading patterns of the Commonwealth and a 'special relationship'with the American.
French President,Charles de Gaulle judged of Britain's associated with American (specially on nuclear weapons policies),asked many questions about the extent of engaging to Europe and arguably did not want Britain as a enemy to the leadership of the EEC.Harold Wilson a new Labour stated was promised to giving the British people a referendum that means a renegotiation of the terms of entry and was held in 1975 ,the first in British political history.Eurosceptic people who dislike , judged or say negative about EU whereas a Europhile people who like,say positive or want the success of EU.Swizerland is not a member in EU because the majority of Swiss people against being rule by parliament in Bruxelles and did not want to adopt European laws.(REF :ANSWER .COM -WHY IS SWITZERLAND NOT APART OF THE EU).A MORI poll in February 2005 results that 57% of Britains opposed the euro.
French President,Charles de Gaulle judged of Britain's associated with American (specially on nuclear weapons policies),asked many questions about the extent of engaging to Europe and arguably did not want Britain as a enemy to the leadership of the EEC.Harold Wilson a new Labour stated was promised to giving the British people a referendum that means a renegotiation of the terms of entry and was held in 1975 ,the first in British political history.Eurosceptic people who dislike , judged or say negative about EU whereas a Europhile people who like,say positive or want the success of EU.Swizerland is not a member in EU because the majority of Swiss people against being rule by parliament in Bruxelles and did not want to adopt European laws.(REF :ANSWER .COM -WHY IS SWITZERLAND NOT APART OF THE EU).A MORI poll in February 2005 results that 57% of Britains opposed the euro.
Monday, 31 January 2011
people of England
In Britain,the main language spoken is English but different from American or Austrialian English .People in Britain usually say 'hello' or 'hi'when they greet someone .In Britain,every part of the country has its own way of speaking English.
Saturday, 29 January 2011
London
London is the capital of UK.London is a leading global city, with strengths in Arts,Commerces,Educations,Enterainments,Fashions,Finances,Healthcares,Medias,Transports and Tourism.It is the one most visited city in the world. So, my friend Mona and me have decided to travel to London next saturday to see how beautiful city it is and to visit the most popular places.Our trains will leaves at 17.35 and will arrive at Victoria Station at 10.20 that mean we have 7 hours and 15 minutes to explore one of the most interesting city in the world.We decided to see some famous places in London.we will transport by sightseeing bus which will cost £22.50. First of all, we will go to Buckingham Palace, the official London of the British monarch to see the history of these great place. The trip of Buckingham palace will cost £17.50 per person we will stay about one hour there.After that we will visit Hyde park the largest parks in central area of London .We will walk and eat our sandwitches, we will spend around one hour and half. After that we will take a taxi or bus to go to London Eye and The Big Ben .That also will cost £17.50 per person .Finally, we will go to walk and take some lovely photos in the center of London and also to do shopping. In the end we will go by the bus to the train station.We wish to have a great time in London.This journey will cost about £57.5per person.
Friday, 28 January 2011
People of England.
The four nations of England speak many languages for example South Asians residing in England speak their own language, like Punjabi people will speak Punjabi language with other Punjabi people , the people of French-born speak French language,Muslim Society speak Urdu , most of them like to speak their native language and they also speak English language but in different accent. The four nations of England speak English in their own accent and the different between the people that they have their own believe, culture, traditions and the way of living.
Tuesday, 25 January 2011
Geography of England
England comprises the central and Southern two-thirds of the island of Great Britain,including to many small islands and the largest islands is the Isle of Wrigth.England is bordered to the north by Scotland and to the west by Wales.
Scotland forms the northern part of Great Britain and is about two-thirds the size of England and Wales which occupy the remaining portion.
Wales is a mountainous country on the western side of central Southern Great Britain, between the Irish sea to the north and the Bristol Channel to the UK, and is bordered by England to its east.
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the UK.Situated in the north-east of the island of ireland,it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west.
Scotland forms the northern part of Great Britain and is about two-thirds the size of England and Wales which occupy the remaining portion.
Wales is a mountainous country on the western side of central Southern Great Britain, between the Irish sea to the north and the Bristol Channel to the UK, and is bordered by England to its east.
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the UK.Situated in the north-east of the island of ireland,it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west.
Thursday, 20 January 2011
The People of Britain
Great Britain (Britain) is made up of England,Scotland and Wales,whereas the UK is Britain as well as Northern Ireland. The population of the 4 nations is about 61 millions .British people can also either be English, Scottish, Welsh, or Irish (from Northern Ireland only).Britain is a country of mixed cultures.Pubs are an important part of British life.In Britain, the main language is English (British English).Britain is a country of mixed cultures.
The capital of England is London ,they can speak many languages as many foreigners have settle down there.The three national symbols of England are the St George's Cross(flag),the red Rose and the Three lions Crest (seen as a badge).
People in walse speak a completely different language.About 25% of the people there still speak in their native Celtic tongue called welsh. The symbols are Dragon of Cadwallader(flag),Leek and Daffodil ,Patron saint St David.
Scotland head of state is the monarch of the United Kingdom.The primary languages spoken are Scottish English,(Lowland) Scots and Scottish Gaelic. Although Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland but it is not the largest city.Scottist music is a significant aspect of the nation's culture, with both traditional and modern influences.
Northern Ireland has devolved government within the U.K .Northern Ireland is a distinct legal jurisdiction ,separate from England,Wales and Scotland.The Irish language(also known as Irish Gaelic,Irish,Gaeilge) is a minority language in Northern Ireland.The dialect spoken there is known as Ulster Irish.
The capital of England is London ,they can speak many languages as many foreigners have settle down there.The three national symbols of England are the St George's Cross(flag),the red Rose and the Three lions Crest (seen as a badge).
People in walse speak a completely different language.About 25% of the people there still speak in their native Celtic tongue called welsh. The symbols are Dragon of Cadwallader(flag),Leek and Daffodil ,Patron saint St David.
Scotland head of state is the monarch of the United Kingdom.The primary languages spoken are Scottish English,(Lowland) Scots and Scottish Gaelic. Although Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland but it is not the largest city.Scottist music is a significant aspect of the nation's culture, with both traditional and modern influences.
Northern Ireland has devolved government within the U.K .Northern Ireland is a distinct legal jurisdiction ,separate from England,Wales and Scotland.The Irish language(also known as Irish Gaelic,Irish,Gaeilge) is a minority language in Northern Ireland.The dialect spoken there is known as Ulster Irish.
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