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Re:locate Awards 2012/13 attract record number of entries!
 The deadline for entries to this year’s Re:locate Awards has now passed, and we’re thrilled to announce that 2012/13 has been the best year so far for entries, which were up nearly 50% on 2011/12.
Fiona Murchie, Re:locate’s managing director, said, “This year’s record number of entries demonstrates that, as we had hoped, the awards are growing from year to year and are now recognised as a benchmark of excellence across all aspects of relocation, both in the UK and internationally.
“It seems that the effort we’ve made to ensure that potential entrants had all the information they needed about each category – from our series of webinars to our special awards newsletters and our social media initiatives – have really paid off. This has been a real team effort.”
Two categories that saw hefty increases were Green/CSR Achievement and Best International Destination Services Provider, both of which were introduced for the 2010/11 awards.
Visit the Awards section of the website to book via PayPal or download a booking form.
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Lloyds TSB research reveals British workers finding work abroad
 Growing numbers of British workers are finding job opportunities overseas, according to new research.
Carried out by Lloyds TSB International, the survey found that some 30% of UK expats had moved abroad for a career opportunity, up from 27% since February 2012.
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CIPD conference to explore how social media can build a talent pipeline
 The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) will host a conference on social media and recruitment on 14 March 2013.
The conference will explore the ways in which the most progressive organisations are using social networks to engage with both active and passive jobseekers, in order to broaden their talent pool and position themselves as employers of choice.
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Hong Kong, Caracas and Moscow ‘most expensive’ cities for expats
 Hong Kong is the most expensive location in the world in which to rent a high-end three-bedroomed apartment, according to the latest analysis from ECA International, a knowledge and solutions provider for international HR professionals.
Despite a 2% to 3% correction since this time last year, rents for unfurnished three-bedroomed apartments in sought-after areas of the city remain high, averaging US$11,550 per month.
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New French school to open in London to cope with demand
 A new French school is to open in Wembley, London, to meet the demand from French families relocating to the capital.
The Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle in South Kensington is one of the best French overseas schools, and, despite its 3,900 capacity, is oversubscribed.
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International education league tables should be treated with caution, says report
 According to a report from a UK education charity, the big variations in England’s education rankings in global league tables can be misleading and should be treated with caution.
The Sutton Trust has published a report, Confusion in the Ranks, in which it examines international education rankings such as PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) – which aims to evaluate education systems worldwide by testing the skills and knowledge of 15-year-old students in participating countries in the areas of English, maths and science.
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Ticket prices to rise in Heathrow investment plan
 London’s Heathrow Airport will see ticket prices increase over the next five years as part of a £3 billion investment plan unveiled on Monday 11 February 2013.
Heathrow’s operators are seeking approval from the Civil Aviation Authority for a rise in charges to airlines that will see fees per passenger rise from the current £19.33 to as much as £27.30 by 2019.
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Chinese investors looking beyond London to Leeds and Manchester
 Chinese, Malaysian and other Far Eastern investors are driving demand for new-build investment properties in the UK's regional cities, according to buy-to-let specialist Assetz, drawn by strong yields and the opportunity to take advantage of a weak sterling.
The property market in Beijing, Shanghai and other leading Chinese cities has suffered in recent years, with oversupply of property driving rents down with gross yields of just 3%, says Assetz.
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Events
Re:locate Awards 2012/13: book now for the gala dinner and presentation ceremony!
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Mondissimo International Mobility Conference (Paris, 19 and 20 March)
Worldwide ERC Global Workforce APAC Summit (Shanghai, 19 and 20 March)
EMEA Expatriate Management Conference (Lisbon, Portugal, 11 and 12 April)
News in brief
Hong Kong, Beijing and Tokyo most expensive cities for office space in Asia Pacific
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Serviced apartment provider moves and expands Manchester presence
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Employers’ immigration duties: have you read the Sponsor Guidance?
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Virgin Media to create 400 new jobs in Swansea, Manchester and Birmingham
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Childcare: Government announces reforms to tackle quality and affordability
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Mandarin must be taught in schools if UK is to compete in global economy, says British Council
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Seven key things to look for when house buying
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Relocation management company announces new appointment
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Relocation company launches Africa Connect service
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Frasers serviced apartment provider launches mobile website
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Global LT announces new CEO
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Jobs
International Assignment Manager
Senior Immigration Paralegal
Relocation Manager
Mobility Team Lead
Domestic Relocation Coordinator
General Manager
General Manager
Sales Manager & Senior Sales Manager
Web/IT Developer
Immigration Consultant
International Assignment Manager
Temporary Accommodation Coordinator
Compensation Accumulation Consultant
Lease Negotiator
Account Manager
Relocation Coordinator
International Assignment Manager
Senior Media Sales Manager
Corporate Immigration Paralegal
Corporate Immigration Solicitor
International Assignment Manager
International Assignment Manager
UK Immigration Consultant - London
UK Immigration Consultant London
UK Corporate Immigration Consultant
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