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This is a guide to give you a rough idea of how much various things cost in London - you will have to learn to stop converting!

Rent    
£80 – 120

Bills
TV Licence - £140

Food and Drink
Bottle of water – 75p
Milk – 1ltr – 99p
Chocolate bar – 50p
Cappuccino - £1.95
Grocery shop – £30 - 60 per person per week

Alcoholic Beverages
Pint of Beer - £3.50 +
Glass of Wine - £3.80 +
Spirits – single £4.00

Transport
Bus – single fare – £0.90 oyster £2.00 cash
Bus – weekly - £13.00

Tube
Zone 1-2           single   £2.00 oyster      £4.00 cash
Zone 1-4           single   £2.50 oyster      £4.00 cash

Daily Travel cards          Peak                 Off-peak
Zones 1-2                     £6.80                £5.30
Zones 1-4                     £8.00

Weekly Travel cards
Zones 1-2         £24.20
Zones 1-3         £28.40
Zones 1-4         £34.60


Testimonials

I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thank you for all of your support and help. You've been a fantastic company to work with, and I've been thoroughly impressed by the highly professional level of service I've received.

I've been particularly impressed with your courteous manner, and I think it really sets you apart from other recruitment agencies. As you know, job hunting can be a stressful process, and the fact that you stayed in regular contact with me throughout the period was extremely reassuring.

I'm absolutely delighted about my new position and for the first time in awhile I'm not dreading Monday. It's a lovely feeling.

I wouldn't normally write such a gushing email, but as I mentioned, I've been really impressed.

I'm looking forward to working with you again in the future, and I'll be recommending you to all my Antipodean friends.

Jessica - New Zealand
March 2010

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