We have old-fashioned awnings on top of the verandah windows, and they have an extra flap of material (white, open lattice design) which can be attached to hang down, thus giving windows more shade without losing too much light. In addition, all the doors in the house are propped open and the upper floor windows on the shady side are open to their fullest extent.
@Priscilla This may be a useful starting point from the Government but it seems to apply to imports and exports. I can’t find anything about items that are already here. Maybe a call to a relevant government body would help, or naturally enough a solicitor.
Would I have get a cites certificate for an antique bottle, orthe lid of which has a piece of tortoiseshell?
If you currently own the object, you don't need a CITES certificate, but if you wish to sell or purchase such an object you will need one. A reputable antiques dealer will be able to advise you
Would I have get a cites certificate for an antique bottle, orthe lid of which has a piece of tortoiseshell?
That's interesting. Looks like you are OK unless you plan to take it abroad, or to NI! I guess my harmonium (1860-ish, I think, so ivory-capped keys?) would also be of interest to the authorities, which is funny as they are likely the only people who might find it interesting!
When did the BBC news website start selling subscriptions? Is this only an overseas phenomenon? When I try to access an article it is asking me to pay for a subscription.
I've not seen it go that far. I have seen numerous "reminders" to log in, but I'm UK-based.
It's sad that a lot of news websites are behind pathwalls (including the kind that will let you access the website if you let them install spyware - cookies - on your computer). So I tend to use Remove Paywalls, which allows access to articles in New York Times and The Guardian.
I don't find that the BBC prevents my reading articles, I can skip the ads. The paywall epidemic is odd, since most items on the Google feed have it, so they are pointless to click on.
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If you currently own the object, you don't need a CITES certificate, but if you wish to sell or purchase such an object you will need one. A reputable antiques dealer will be able to advise you
That's interesting. Looks like you are OK unless you plan to take it abroad, or to NI! I guess my harmonium (1860-ish, I think, so ivory-capped keys?) would also be of interest to the authorities, which is funny as they are likely the only people who might find it interesting!
Musical instruments: Made before 1975 containing less than 20% ivory by volume.
It's sad that a lot of news websites are behind pathwalls (including the kind that will let you access the website if you let them install spyware - cookies - on your computer). So I tend to use Remove Paywalls, which allows access to articles in New York Times and The Guardian.