"Political parties supporting each other for once" says Laura
Elderly targets for the unscrupulous
A reader writes: "We must all watch our parents as they become elderly and vulnerable to such tactics. Most came from an era when people were more trustworthy. My parents have now passed away but I discovered that they also were paying way more for services than they should have been. In addition, someone who made the pretence of being a friend sold Mum a clapped-out ancient hearing aid that was just junk, for $100. Such actions really come under the heading of elder abuse, which is a serious issue and we really only hear about the tip of the iceberg, as many elderly people don't have anyone to watch out for them."
London hotspots to be avoided
A new official safety map of London for tourists visiting from the United Arab Emirates says Piccadilly and Oxford Circus are among the places to avoid. The safety advice was published on the UAE foreign ministry website after attacks on UAE nationals in London. Areas classed as "more dangerous" include tourist hotspots Soho and Oxford St -- where Selfridges "which attracts many Emiratis" is located. Shepherd's Bush market and Queensway are singled out as being "less safe". The foreign ministry warns of fraud, theft and pick-pocketing, and says its advice is based on information from the Metropolitan Police website. (Source: BBC.co.uk)
