Reform the Home Buying and Selling Process
Reform the Home Buying and Selling Process In order to objectively and critically deal with the task at hand, one has to take all three sources of information available; the two reports from the DETR and the government proposal; and dissect them into smaller units. Done that the next process should involve comparing units of similar subjects to one another, starting at the deficiencies, then comparing the proposals of the government to the consultation paper in order to assess to what degree the government proposal adhere to it, or don´t, i.e., which points are left out of consideration, and finally set it against the flaws of the whole selling and buying process, as documented in the research papers of the DETR. The emphasis that is given from the very beginning is the idea of better preparation by means of acquiring as much information as possible by and for both the buyers and sellers. The first measure discussed; the seller´s information pack, in a very satisfactory manner adheres to the recommendations made by the DETR. Compared to the research results: "...Only 8% of sellers assemble their title deeds before accepting an offer. A similar proportion put an information pack together containing guarantees and any past surveys. Only 2% instruct their solicitors to prepare a draft contract." These flaws could then be abolished, if the seller sticks to the
In what way did the Government try to hide the effect of the Blitz from the British People?
In what way did the Government try to hide the effect of the Blitz from the British People? In September of 1940 the British Government was caught unaware, when Hitler commenced his bombing of Britain's major cities, particularly London, the seat of Government and the countries capital. The Government aware of these problems undertook a damage limitations programme to hide the effect of the Blitz from the public. Censorship and propaganda were the methods they used to achieve this. Newspapers continued to be printed as their absence would have alarmed people, but the Government, who had total control over what was written and photographed, heavily diluted the articles regarding the severity of the Blitz. An article published by the Daily Mirror on September 9th 1940 demonstrated the use of effective language when describing an attack as Londoners " coolly 'patching up' the damaged spots " However then describing retaliation as "'like all hell let loose', the whole of London's defence barrage roared and crashed into action, heralding the return of the raiders". In some cases, the truth was too devastating that stories were never printed. For example the Balham bomb, which broke a water main, resulting in the drowning of 64 people in an underground station only became known after the war. Radio and newsreel information was also heavily censored. Frequently the Pathe News
To what extent was popular pressure an important factor in determining the progress of the campaign for parliamentary reformin the period 1780-1885?
To what extent was popular pressure an important factor in determining the progress of the campaign for parliamentary reform in the period 1780-1885? Parliamentary reform was a multi-causal landed elite led campaign in the name of the aristocracy. It was the MPs and the Lords who attained the power and even by the end of 1885 there was still no universal manhood suffrage. Although popular pressure was notable, it was only periodically important. A number of other key factors allowed the three reform acts to be passed by 1885. The desire to prevent revolution and the reactionary nature of government was an extension of popular pressure and contributed to the first to reform acts in different ways. The need to gain party advantage, and to 'dish the liberals' in the case of the Conservatives, was prevalent throughout the century. McCauley's notion to 'reform that you may preserve' and the wish to gain personal advantage over each party's counterpart was also significant throughout the campaign period. Pre-1832 the reform movement was mainly a popular movement. By 1782, the Conservative Pitt the Younger raised hopes of modest parliamentary reform. In 1785 Pitt proposed a modest reform bill, however it was defeated 248-174. The French Revolution of 1789 stimulated reformist sentiments and thus created more popular support for the movement, even prompting the creation of
'Nehru is responsible both for the achievements of Indian democracy as well as its flaws.'
'Nehru is responsible both for the achievements of Indian democracy as well as its flaws.' Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of independent India. He was a man of vision and maybe an innovator in his handling of foreign policy. He wanted to give an international influence to India. He wanted his country to play an eminent role in the international sphere by being an important economic and political power, a global force. This idea globalisation seemed to be far fetched at the time of the Indian independence, but today this conception is well reflected in the growing between countries economies'. India has been known for a long time as the 'largest democracy of the world' with now nearly one billion of inhabitants. We will try to understand to what extent was Nehru responsible for the achievements of Indian democracy, and on the other hand we will try to appreciate how some of his policies failed to succeed. Even in a modern India where Information Technology and Nuclear Power possession can be compared to the first worlds' standards, India is a country where disparities and inequality are substantially visible. Nehru said : ' India's tryst with destiny had happen' to welcome the independence. His will was to eliminate poverty and illiteracy, to provide quality medical care and equal opportunities to all. In fifty years of independence, what has the Indian
Existing Phenomenon in Transport Planning.
Existing Phenomenon in Transport Planning Low Level of Public Participation Given the increased politicization of urban development, it is perhaps not surprising that by the end of 1980s the Government should have become more interested in strengthening the planning system and finding ways of involving the public more closely in decision making (Barlow, 1995). However, the Government not enthusiastic in inviting the public participating in decision-making process. Although communication channels are provided for the public, it is still not effective enough to reflect people's transport needs. Despite both formal and informal channels, the publics still do not have sufficient channels to participate. The formal channels are established by the Government. They are the Transport Advisory Committee, the Traffic and Transport Committees of District Boards, the Standing Panel on Transport of the LegCo, the Transport Department and the Legislative Council. However, not all the Hong Kong citizens have the ability and power to use these formal channels to have direct communication with the Government. Outside the establishment are informal channels, where the people can voice their opinions to the Government via the media. However, these people are professional bodies, members of the transport industry, and operators in the trade, and not the general public (Tam, 1989). Uneven
Explain Briefly the unrest in Britain 1815-21
Structured Question Explain Briefly the unrest in Britain 1815-21 This period has been said to be the closest Britain has come to a revolution with he 17th century civil war. Lord Liverpool, the Tory government faced massive problems, most of these problems being inherited from his predecessors. Matters were made werse by the intensifying radical movement which was trying to win over the working class by use of radical press and open air meetings. The agricultural and industrial revolution increased pressure on the government even more. Increasing populaion increased demand on the land. A massive agrarian change resulted in more efficient use of land, this meant that land that was previously 'common land' was now takn away from the poor, it also meant that they lost the right to collect their fuel from the land. The entire situation was worsened by the introduction of Game Laws in 1816. Alongside the agricultural changes was an even bigger industrial development. Demand to ffed and clothe this rising population meant an inecitable change from domestic based industry to large scale urban industry. Urban growth and the Industial revolution went hand in hand for example population increases in towns like Manchester went along with industrial developments in the region to fed and clothe the population. The industrial revolution however, did not come without its consequences.
“Knights is only funny if you have knowledge of Athenian politics and politicians”. To what extent do you agree with this statement? You should consider aspects such as the plot, Cleon and Characterisation in your answer.
"Knights is only funny if you have knowledge of Athenian politics and politicians". To what extent do you agree with this statement? You should consider aspects such as the plot, Cleon and Characterisation in your answer. Hippês, or Knights, was first produced in 424BCE as part of the Lenaia, an annual religious festival in Athens. This play is a comedy, or to be more precise, an allegory written the classical Greek playwright Aristophanes. The purpose of the play is to criticise Athenian democracy, and more particularly an eminent politician, Cleon. Contemporary political figures are transplanted as slaves into the household of a man called Demos. This is significant because the translation of Demos is "the people", so these political characters become slaves of the people. The play opens with a discussion between two slaves called Nicius and Demosthenes, these characters were generals who had been involved in the wars against Sparta on the island of Sphakteria. They discuss their resentment a new slave who they refer to as "the Paphlagonian" who their master has recently bought. The Paphlagonian is their master's "favourite" who has gotten them into trouble. Nicius and Demosthenes contemplate running away but dismiss the plan as impossible; they drink some wine in the hope that it will provide them with inspiration as to what to do. In true comic fashion, no sooner
Do you think that internal pressures within societies were more important in causing world war 1than International tensions?
DO YOU THINK THAT INTERNAL PRESSURES WITHIN SOCIETIES WERE MORE IMPORTANT IN CAUSING WORLD WAR I THAN INTERNATIONAL TENSIONS? The origins of the First World War have been discussed and redicussed among historians and students for many times. In this subject area so many different arguments and interpretations can be found, and the question is still of vital interest among historical students. This essay is due to analyze whether internal pressures within societies were more important in causing World War One than international tensions. By internal pressures we mean the economic, social and political problems societies have to face in their own country. International tensions are based on the relations between the different countries and how they react to one another. Internal pressures are often more specific in nature, whereas international tensions often range through a wider context. To begin with, we will analyze the domestic and international situation of the Austrian-Hungarian Empire, who plays an important role in the First World War. Germany will be considered in the next part. Russia's situation will be followed by a brief account of British and French societies. These countries were chosen, because they played vital parts in World War One, and each of them can furnish us with a different perception of the problem. I will start by analyzing the situation in
Why did the Tsar fall?
Why Did the Tsar fall? The Tsar became the commander of the army in August 1915. He took over in person as the commander-in chief of the army, and went to live at the front. His ministers and Rodzianko, president of the Duma, warned him that this might be a fatal mistake as he would be linked with any failure of the army. The generals felt that unless the Tsar was removed there could be no victory. The Empress of Russia was Alexandra. With Nicholas at the front, Alexandra took charge of the government. Russians hated her because she was a German and because of the hold Rasputin has over her. Bruce Lockhart kept a diary during his stay in Moscow. An entry for 1915 said: 'Today an officer telephoned to ask when England was going to rid Russia of "the German woman". This, of course, was a reference to the Empress. Rasputin was a peasant from Siberia who became a starets or Holy Man. In 1905 in St Petersburg he was introduced to Tsar Nicholas' family. Soon Rasputin gained a hold over Nicholas and Alexandra. His power came from his ability to heal their son and heir, Alexis, who suffered from haemophilia (this meant his blood would not clot). If Alexis hurt himself, Rasputin could stop the boy bleeding to death From August 1915 Rasputin became Alexandra's chief adviser. Messages to Tsar Nicholas from Alexandra suggest how Rasputin helped choose ministers, and
The Dimensions of Strategy - Failure in 'Nam.
The Dimensions of Strategy - Failure in 'Nam In the bipolar world of the Cold War period, the security and power of the United States of America (USA) was threatened by the spread of communism, and the focus of grand strategy was shifted to stop this from continuing. According to the introduction by Williamson Murray and Mark Grimsley, "On Strategy",1 the formulation of this strategy can be attributed to several factors including the threat posed by the Soviet Union's, and therefore communism's, proximity to Eurasian states. This resulted in the Truman doctrine and the associated policy of containment,2 which was put into practice in Vietnam. In a study of American counterinsurgency in the Vietnam War, there are several major issues that need to be addressed. As well as considering theories of international relations to explain US action, it is necessary to examine how the happenings in Vietnam fit within the various theories of asymmetric conflict, such as the work of Ivan Arreguin-Toft3 and Gil Merom,4 who both detail important aspects of counterinsurgency such as the necessity for brutality and the importance of the social dimension; and thence the broader dimensions of strategy presented by Michael Howard,5 to consider why the US failed in its counterinsurgency strategy in Vietnam. Application of the Liberal Paradigm: A Theoretical Approach
