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KEY
WORKERS GIVEN A BOOST ONTO THE PROPERTY LADDER IN LIVERPOOL
ESSENTIAL
workers like nurses, firemen and teachers are being offered a
discount on a range of contemporary apartments close to Liverpool
city centre. The fantastic offer is available at Stewart
Milne’s Kaber Court development and affords those officially
classified as key workers the opportunity to purchase selected
properties at £2,000 below market value.
The annual Halifax Key Worker Housing Review revealed that 5 groups
of public sector workers – nurses, police officers, paramedics, fire
fighters and teachers - were unable to afford to buy a home in 70%
of towns across Great Britain so Stewart Milne’s offer will come as
welcome relief to buyers in Liverpool.
Rachel MacCutchan, sales manager for Stewart Milne’s North West
division, said:- “It is often a struggle for essential workers
to get onto the property ladder and we are hoping to make life that
bit easier for them by offering them affordable homes with a
discount. Provided they meet the relevant criteria – they will
be able to purchase the apartments with an additional discount of
£2,000 below the open market value.”
Kaber Court is an executive range of 2-bedroom apartments, many with
fantastic views of the river and Liverpool’s famous landmarks,
including the Liver Buildings, Anglican Cathedral and Albert Docks.
Situated on the historic former site of the Mersey Iron and Steel
Works, off Horsfall Street, the stylish new homes are perfect for
people working in key occupations in and around Liverpool, with
convenient access to the city centre by road and a walkway between
the development and Brunswick railway station, giving a direct
service into the city centre. The development is less than a
mile away from Liverpool Women’s hospital, Merseyside Police
headquarters, at Canning Place, and no fewer than 10 primary
schools.
Rachel added:- “Kaber Court has everything a buyer could look
for in a property. The apartments are secure, easy to maintain, and
close to the heart of this vibrant city with its fashionable shops,
world-class restaurants and famous night life.”
Many of the apartments, which all come with a parking space and
bicycle stand, are ready to move into immediately, with prices
starting from £114,950 before discount. All properties come
complete with fitted kitchens and bathrooms, with chic laminate
flooring, and a spacious open plan kitchen and living area.
Apartments are available with en-suites and all have either a
walk-on or Juliette balcony and have a contemporary design twist to
appeal to young professionals.
To be eligible for a discount applicants must be a teacher, health
worker, police officer, prison officer, probation officer, social
worker, occupational therapist or educational psychologist, be in
full time employment, and have been in their current role for a
minimum of six months and not own another property. The show
apartment is available to view by appointment by calling 0161 866
6969
The development is Scotland based Stewart Milne Homes’ first venture
in Liverpool since it expanded into the North West of England. It
also has a number of successful developments in Wigan, Middleton,
Whitefield, and Strines.
For details of all Stewart Milne
Homes developments log on to
www.stewartmilne.com.
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PARENTS LETTING YOUNG CHILDREN DOWN WITH ORAL HEALTHCARE
PARENTS are
letting their young children down by failing to help them look after
their teeth according to the National Dental Survey 2008, which
found that more than 20% of under-5 years olds are being left to
brush unsupervised.
The survey was conducted by the British Dental Health Foundation and
Oral B to mark National Smile Month (18 May 2008 to 17 June 2008) but it found
that children have little to smile about when it comes to oral
healthcare - thanks to their parents. A staggering 25% of
parents believe that children do not need to brush twice a day, 23%
think there is no need for children to avoid fizzy drinks and 67%
believe that brushing for just 1 minute is recommended - rather than
the optimum 2 minutes.
Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the Foundation, commented:-
"These results really are very worrying and help explain why
around half of children under the age of five currently have tooth
decay here in the UK. Teaching children good dental habits is
vital. Not only has research shown that people who learn good habits
as children are far more likely to carry them into adulthood, but
taking bad habits into adulthood will cause gum disease and this has
been linked to all manner of serious conditions including diabetes,
strokes, heart disease and low birth weight babies. Oral
health is often seen as of secondary importance to general health
but that is wrong. The 'Brush for Health' theme of this year's
National Smile Month will make the public aware of the very real
links between oral health and overall body health."
It seems that many UK children do take their bad oral healthcare
habits into adulthood. The survey also found that 29% of UK
adults suffer with bleeding gums and almost half of those simply
ignore it or brush their teeth more softly to avoid aggravating it.
Dr Carter continued:- "Bleeding gums are a sign of a poor oral
healthcare routine and, if left, can lead to serious health
problems. People need to brush twice a day with fluoride
toothpaste, cut down how often they have sugary foods and drinks and
visit the dentist regularly, as often as they recommend if they want
to keep their gums and body healthy. The message of the
campaign is Brush for Health and people need to take that literally
if they are to stay healthy. Remember, your mouth and your body talk
- so look after them both!"
Dr Gary Stephenson, Oral-B dental expert commented:-
"Developing a good tooth brushing habit in the young is critical to
caring for your child.
Choosing the right toothbrush and paste is
important in making tooth brushing an enjoyable activity especially
with parental encouragement.
Only you as a parent can ensure your
child has a good brushing technique from an early age by being with
them and encouraging good practice. If you are unsure ask your
dentist or hygienist.
It can also be one of those special bonding
moments with your child, as you encourage them to look after their
milk teeth to keep the tooth fairy happy and ensure they develop the
habits to look after their second teeth"
Dr Stephenson, continued:- "We focus on developing products
that encourage children to enjoy brushing their teeth in the right
way, with specially designed brushes for small hands and mouths, and
fluoride toothpaste with appealing flavours all with attractive
designs to encourage children through the different stages of
development to enjoy brushing their teeth.
We know how important
early development of a good tooth brushing habit and technique is
and do all we can to encourage it. It is up to the parents then to
choose the right products, supervise their brushing and most of all
encourage their children."
For more information on National Smile Month go to
www.nationalsmilemonth.org.
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