Author: Darrel Pratt

What Happened After The Great London Smog?

After the events of 1952, the seriousness of London’s air pollution became undeniable. Slow to act at first, the British government ultimately passed the Clean Air Act four years later, in 1956, as a direct response to the lethal fog. What were the effects of London smog? During its duration, there was an increase in […]

Is London To Ireland A Domestic Flight?

Crossing the land border between the UK and the Irish Republic in either direction is a non-event, there is no border control whatever. As others have said, travel between Belfast and London is UK domestic. Is UK to Ireland a domestic flight? Ireland and the UK are part of the Common Travel Area (CTA), which […]

Is There Any Public University In London?

University College London or UCL is a public university in London, UK. Is there any free university in London? Although there are no Tuition Free Universities in UK, there are many private and government scholarships for international students in UK. Does the UK have public universities? The vast majority of higher education in the United […]

Is Queen Mary University Of London A Russell Group?

Russell Group institution Queen Mary is one of 24 leading UK universities represented by the Russell Group, that are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience, excellent graduate employability and unrivalled links with business and the public sector. Is Queen Mary University of London prestigious? QMUL is ranked in […]

What Is 10Th Class Called In London?

Tenth grade or grade 10 (called Year Eleven in England and Wales, and sophomore year in the US) is the tenth year of school post-kindergarten or the tenth year after the first introductory year upon entering compulsory schooling. What is 10th called in UK? What are the differences between UK and Indian education? India UK […]

Why Are London Buses Air-Conditioned?

Transport for London (TfL) does have air conditioning fitted in bus cabs to help drivers regulate the temperature during hot summer days. During the pandemic, it was necessary to switch off and modify some of these to make sure they drew in air solely from outside the vehicle. Are all London buses air-conditioned? Some buses […]