Who remembers their WiFi password off the top of their head?
That was a rhetorical question by the way, but if you answered yes to that, then we’re impressed. A little dubious perhaps, but impressed nonetheless because let’s face it, WiFi passwords are pretty difficult to remember.
Whether it’s a factory-setting password that you’re issued with when you first take out your WiFi package, a password you have re-set yourself that wasn’t memorable enough to stick in your mind, or a difficult-to-remember office WiFi password you’ve got no chance at recalling when you’re asked/require it again.
The bottom line is, they’re tricky to remember.
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So, wouldn’t it be easier if a device could simply just do the job of remembering it for you? If that sounds like a life-saver to you then JML is currently selling a ‘password assistant’ dock that will connect your device to the WiFi with just one touch and it’s currently on offer too.
The DOCK Password Assistant is designed to “give your guests instant WiFi access with one touch”.
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According to the product description on JML, DOCK allows your guests to “get access to your Wi-Fi in seconds by simply touching it with the back of their phones”.
“They don’t need to download any apps or subscribe to any web-sites, they just need to touch it with any Android phone or tablet, or flip and scan it with an iPhone or iPad and they’re instantly connected.”
It really couldn’t be simpler to have every guest in your home or business connected in seconds.
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DOCK is available in three tasteful, elegant wooden finishes, is powered by ‘near-field’ technology meaning it never needs to be charged, and every card is protected by a laser cut piece of acrylic glass that slides out easily, so you can replace it anytime if your password changes and reconfigure it on your owner app.
With a 25% off sale currently available to take advantage of, DOCK is retailing at just £14.99.
If this sounds like a need and not a want for you, your business or someone you know, then you can get your hands on the DOCK One-Touch Password Assistant via the JML website here.
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Government sets date for ‘historic’ no-fault evictions ban next year
Emily Sergeant
The Government has officially set the date for the ban of no-fault evictions next year.
Renting in England is expected to be ‘transformed’ with a raft of major changes coming into effect as part of the new Renters’ Rights Bill from 1 May 2026 for 11 million people across the country – and this, crucially, includes the end of Section 21 evictions at no-fault of the tenant.
As it stands, Section 21 notices leaving thousands of people vulnerable to homelessness every year, but in just under six months’ time, private renters will no longer face this threat.
To the vast majority of renters and landlords who play by the rules, this government has got your back.
Further measures announced as part of the new Renters’ Rights Bill – which has now been passed in law – include a ban on rental bidding wars, making landlords and letting agents legally required to publish an asking rent for their property and prevented from asking for, encouraging, or accepting any bids above this price, and also a ban on in-tenancy rent increases written in to contracts.
The latter will prevent landlords from implementing higher rents mid-tenancy, and only allow them to raise the rent once a year to the market rate.
Landlords will also no longer be able to unreasonably refuse tenants’ requests to have a pet, nor will they be able to discriminate against potential tenants, because they receive benefits or have children.
‘No-fault’ evictions are now banned in England under historic new legislation / Credit: Maria Ziegler (via Unsplash)
On the flip side, however, the new Bill means landlords will have stronger legally valid reasons to get their properties back when needed – whether that’s be to move in themselves, sell the property, or deal with rent arrears or anti-social behaviour.
The Government says this will work to deliver a fairer system for both sides.
“We’re calling time on no fault evictions and rogue landlords,” commented Housing Secretary, Steve Reed. “Everyone should have peace of mind and the security of a roof over their head, and the law we’ve just passed delivers that.
“We’re now on a countdown of just months to that law coming in, so good landlords can get ready and bad landlords should clean up their act.”
Alongside the Renters’ Rights Act, an ‘improved’ Housing Health and Safety Rating System, which will better assess health and safety risks in homes and making it more efficient and easier to understand, will also be introduced.
And there are also planned new standards to ensure privately rented properties are warmer and cheaper to run.
Featured Image – Benjamin Elliott (via Unsplash)
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A FREE family-friendly lantern parade is returning to Altrincham this Christmas
Thomas Melia
There’s a family-friendly lantern parade making its way back to Altrincham town centre this Christmas and it’s completely free.
If you thought the Christmas season couldn’t get any better, you were wrong, as now you can have your very own Rapunzel moment as Altrincham welcomes the return of its lantern parade.
Before these dazzling paper creations light up this Greater Manchester town, there will be a very exciting Nativity Trail spread across various locations starting at Stamford Square.
Not only this, you can also expect a range of family-friendlyactivities running throughout the day featuring everything from live music and storytelling.
And if you’re after getting stuck in yourself rather than just watching from the sidelines, there’ll be lantern making workshops taking place on the day.
Although these classes will be free for all to enjoy, any families looking at attending will still need to book a ticket to create and design their own lantern at at OYEZ Arts in Altrincham Town Hall.
Previous lantern parades that have been held in Altrincham have seen lots of exciting and fun festive surprises with live donkeys trotting through the town last year.
The event itself encourages parade-goers to gather in Goose Green from 4pm before the official walk and lighting takes place from 4.45pm.
This illuminated walk includes a full Nativity cast, local schoolchildren, lantern puppets alongside a live soundtrack courtesy of Sale District Scout and Guide Band.
With the lantern parade finishing in Stamford Square and expected to last just under one hour, there will be a live Nativity performance happening at 5.30pm.
Mandy White, Director of Altrincham BID, said: “The Lantern Parade and Nativity Journey truly capture the spirit of Christmas in Altrincham. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, explore the town and celebrate the festive season.”
Altrincham’s Lantern Parade and Nativity Journey returns on Saturday 13 December from 12pm with lantern lighting at 4pm onwards – all events and further info. HERE.
Emily Sergeant -
15th July 2020 
