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Driving Lessons Manchester, Ronaldo’s return to Manchester

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Why Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United is not so far-fetched

Cristiano Ronaldo has booked his place at the World Cup, is likely just weeks away from being named the world's best player, has signed a new contract at Real Madrid and is talking about staying there for the rest of his career.

Given the Portuguese superstar's sensational form and apparently high level of contentment, now would seem to be the worst possible time for any potential suitor to even think about attempting to pry him away from Madrid, his home for the past four years.

Yet rumours linking the 28-year-old with a return to his former club Manchester United persist with surprising regularity, and they show no sign of slowing down whatever Ronaldo, or his advisors, might say in public.

And inconceivable as it might seem that Madrid would ever consider letting go of their most important player, this is a blockbuster move that does have a chance of taking place in the not-too-distant future.

"Everyone at Manchester United would tell you he is the best in the business," United manager David Moyes told MUTV. "I have not been fortunate enough to work with him but there is still hope some day it might be possible."

As usual, finance is the predominant factor in football decision-making, but if the numbers add up for all parties, there is no move that cannot be made.

The numbers in this case would be staggering.

For starters, Ronaldo could command the highest salary in history, anything up to £22 million a year or even beyond. And after breaking the all-time world transfer record the last five times it has been set, most recently when signing Gareth Bale from Tottenham Hotspur for £85 million, Madrid could this time be the recipient of a mind-blowing sum of money.

If Ronaldo was to switch to United, say, after the World Cup next summer, a fee between the clubs of around £150 million would not be out of the question.

For United, the monstrous outlay on fees and salary would, in all probability, be worth every penny. Overnight, the value of the club would skyrocket due to Ronaldo's international pull and associated potential for additional marketing opportunities.

On the playing front, United would add one of only two players, along with Lionel Messi, who offers the constant possibility of winning a game single-handedly, no matter the time, place or opposition.

The Glazer family, which owns United and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the NFL, got into football not through any deep-rooted love of the game but because of the potential to earn vast sums of money. They are hard-edged businessmen and the Ronaldo project would be the central point of a global plan aimed at making the club even more profitable.

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Champions League - United squad in mid-air drama driving Lessons Manchester

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Champions League - United squad in mid-air drama in Germany

Manchester United suffered a scare on their arrival in Germany when they had to abort their landing at Cologne airport.

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   Their Monarch Airlines airbus had dropped to a height of 400 metres as it prepared to land, when the plane suddenly took off again.

   Press Association Sport understands a number of passengers expressed their concern and, while a stewardess initially said there had not been a problem, the captain later came onto the speakers to confirm he had been forced to abort the landing as there was another plane on the runway.

   United's entire first-team squad and coaching staff were on board ahead of Wednesday evening's Champions League fixture with Bayer Leverkusen.

   However, neither Sir Alex Ferguson nor Sir Bobby Charlton, who on Monday paid tribute to fellow Munich survivor Bill Foulkes following his death, were travelling, even though they are both due to attend the game at the BayArena.

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Trang Le Passed with Leader School of Driving, Driving lessons Manchester

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Congratulation to Trang Le from Macclesfield on passing her practical driving test on the 19th November at Hyde Test centre.

Well done Trang on a nice and safe drive always gives you nice results and the taste of independence after that.

Best wishes from Driving Instructor Chris and Leader Driving School.
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Driving lessons in Manchester, Passed with Leader School of Driving, Natasha Gonsalves.

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Congratulation to Natasha Gonsalves from Sale, Manchester on passing her practical driving test on the 14th November at Sale Test centre.

Well done Natasha on a drive full of focus and control.

Lots of luck with the car hunting in Manchester. 

Best wishes from Driving Instructor Chris and Leader Driving School.
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Jack Stanley Passed with Leader School of Driving, Driving lessons Manchester

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Congratulation to Jack Stanley on passing his driving test today at Ashton Test Centre (Halfords) with just 3 Minor Fault.

Well done Jack.

Best wishes from your Driving Instructor Chris Laycock 

and all at Leader Driving School.

 

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10% price increase From British Gas!!!! Don't Stand for it...

What another 10% Price increase From British Gas! We Can't Keep putting up with this!!!

• Tell British Gas what you think of there 10% price increase and Switch to a new Provider. Let's make a stand against these greedy giants.

The current cheapest tariff is from First Utility, which is a fixed tariff until April 2015 costing £1,170 on average when paid by monthly direct debit.

They put prices up for 7.8 million British Gas households by an average of 9.2%. The week before SSE, with its 2.9 million gas and 4.4 million electricity customers, raised bills by an average of 8.2%. The other main firms are expected to follow suit.

British Gas, which supplies 7.8 million homes, announced a 10.4 per cent rise in electricity prices and 8.4 per cent for gas, to take effect on November 23.

• bills top £1,500 a year

Its dual-fuel customers will see their average annual bill rise by £123 to £1,444 after the increases, according to figures from regulator Ofgem. 

But regional variations in prices mean some customers will see their bills top £1,500 a year.

The current cheapest tariff is from First Utility, which is a fixed tariff until April 2015 costing £1,170 on average when paid by monthly direct debit.

Switch to today. and keep yourself and your family warm this winter, and Not keep British Gas Shareholders Happy, cause they just don't care as long as there Share stock price stay high....

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Congratulation to Jemma Fyfield 1st TIME PASS

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Another 1st TIME PASS with Leader

Congratulation to Jemma Fyfield on passing her driving test today at Hyde on the 1st attempt with just 4 Minor Faults.

That's Fantastic.

Well done Jemma, Now you just need to get a car and start driving. 

Best wishes from your Driving Instructor Chris Laycock 

and all at Leader Driving School.

 

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5 Steps to Passing Your Driving Test Quicker!

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5 Steps to Passing Your Driving Test Quicker!

Everyone wants to learn to drive and pass their driving test in as little time as possible. Here are five steps to help you potentially shave weeks off your overall learning process.

One – Apply Early For Your Provisional Licence

It takes approximately three weeks for your provisional licence application to be processed by the DVLA and your licence delivered, however you can actually apply for your licence up to two months before your 17th birthday. By sending off your application early you can be ready to start your driving lessons soon after your birthday, with no wasted time waiting for the much needed licence!

Two – Learn Your Theory

As well as applying for your provisional licence early, you can also begin learning the highway code in preparation for the Theory test. This means you will have a full understanding of road procedures, signs and markings when you come to start your driving lessons, this is advantageous in that you can then concentrate on the practical side of learning to drive rather than being tied up with the theory as well. Passing your Theory and Hazard Perception tests early in your learning process means you will be set for booking your practical test as soon as you are ready, without the delay of the Theory and HPT late on in your training

Three – Multiple Hour Lessons

Driving lessons are traditionally taken as one hour sessions, however it is considered more beneficial to designate two hours of training per lesson. Extending this to a couple of 2-hour lessons per week will drastically reduce the overall learning time scale, by allowing time to learn and practice a routine so you can move on to the next topic in the following session.

The disadvantage of single hour lessons is that there isn’t quite enough time to fully learn a particular subject and thoroughly practice it, therefore the subject tends to span across numerous sessions.

Four – Practice, Practice, Practice

Having a car insured for your use as a learner will allow you to practice the subjects and routines learnt in your driving lessons, this will enable you to progress more swiftly by avoiding repetitive sessions. Manoeuvres in particular are exercises that tend to require plenty of practice to perfect.

Remember you must be accompanied by a full licence holder over the age of 21 with at least three years driving experience, and display L plates at the front and rear of the vehicle.

Five – Practical Test Waiting Times

When your instructor feels you are almost up to test standard, it is advised to consult your local test centre to discover the current waiting times for practical test bookings. Sometimes delays can be weeks or even months, meaning this additional time can considerably lengthen the time taken to pass your test. Discussing a suitable booking time with your instructor can allow for wise use of the waiting period to finish off your training.

By taking into consideration these five points you will be set for passing your driving test in a much shorter period of time, what are you waiting for?!

For more information on learning to drive with Leader Driving School get in touch to develop a training schedule around your personal agenda.

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When are you too old to drive?

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When are you too old to drive?

Number of UK drivers over 70 tops four MILLION for first time ever

The oldest licence holder is a 107-year-old woman, while there are 191 people aged over 100 who have licences, according to the RAC Foundation

The number of people aged over 70 who hold driving licences has exceeded four million for the first time, figures revealed today.

The oldest licence holder is a 107-year-old woman, while there are 191 people aged over 100 who have licences, according to the RAC Foundation.

Once people reach 70 they must declare whether or not they are fit to drive every three years, without having to take a driving or medical examination.

Concerns have been raised that some elderly people could be continuing to drive when they are not fit to do so, while others give up their cars too early and risk exclusion from services and activities.

Research charity Rica - with support from the RAC Foundation - has published a guide to help older people understand the law and find out what modifications they can make to their vehicles and driving habits to keep them on the road for longer.

The publication will also offer advice to elderly people about how best to assess driving capabilities, and how to cope if they do stop driving.

Professor Stephen Glaister, director of the RAC Foundation, said: 'All drivers should regularly consider their fitness to drive, but matters come to a head when we reach 70 and have to declare that we should be on the roads.

'In general, older drivers have an enviable safety record, but it is clear that faced with this critical yes-or-no decision, many motorists simply do not have a realistic view of their capabilities.

'For those reliant on a car, giving up driving will have a huge impact on their ability to live an active life, so it is important that they get all the help and support to make the right decision at the right time.'

The RAC Foundation found that there are 4,018,900 people aged over 70 with full British driving licences.

The guide, entitled Driving Safely for Life, will be promoted by local authorities, police authorities and community groups.

A Department for Transport spokesman said: 'Drivers over 70 must renew their licence every three years and tell the DVLA about any conditions which might affect their driving - most older drivers are aware of their limitations and manage their driving accordingly.'

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VW Camper Van Nears End Of The Road.

It carried hippies through the 1960s, hauled surfers in search of waves and serves as a workhorse across the developing world, but the long journey of the Volkswagen (VW) Camper van is coming to an end.
The company is to cease production in Brazil - the last place in the world still producing the iconic "bus" as it is known - at the end of the year.

VW said it had decided it could not change production to meet new laws being imposed in the South American country which meant all new vehicles must have air bags and anti-lock braking systems from 2014.

While output will halt in Brazil, over 10 million Volkswagen Transporter vans were made globally over the past 63 years and they remain popular because of their retro look and the "back-to-basics" driving experience they offer compared with modern vans.

Damon Ristau, director of the documentary The Bus, which follows VW fanatics and their affections for the machine, said: "The van represents freedom.

"It has a magic and charm lacking in other vehicles. It's about the open road, about bringing smiles to people's faces when they see an old VW van rolling along."

Perhaps nothing with a motor has driven itself deeper into American and European pop culture than the VW, known for its durability - but also its tendency to break down.

Van lovers say its failures only reinforce its charm. Because its engine is so simple, it's easy to fix, imparting a deeper sense of ownership. 

The van made an appearance on Bob Dylan and Beach Boys record album covers, among many, though in music circles it's most closely linked to the Grateful Dead and the legion of touring fans that followed the rock group across the US, the machines serving as rolling homes.

Steve Jobs is said to have sold his van in the 1970s to buy a circuit board as he built a computer that helped launch.

The vehicle is also linked to the California surf scene, its cavernous interior perfect for hauling boards.
But in poorer regions like Latin American and Africa, the vehicle doesn't carry the same romantic appeal.
It is used in Brazil by the postal service to haul mail, by the army to transport soldiers and by funeral directors to carry bodies.

It serves as a school bus for children, operates as a group taxi and delivers construction materials to building sites.

Brazilians convert their vans into rolling food carts, setting up on street corners for working-class lunchtime crowds.

In Brazil it is known as the "Kombi," an abbreviation for the German "Kombinationsfahrzeug" that loosely translates as "cargo-passenger van."

Production in Germany was halted in 1979 because the van no longer met European safety requirements, meaning its future was dependent on operations in South America.

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Warning over driving instructors

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  Make Sure your instructor as a Green Badge..

• Green badge of approved driving instructor, issued by Driving Standards Agency

 

LEARNER DRIVERS are being urged to make sure their instructor is operating legally after dozens have been convicted for not having the correct licence, The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has said.

The warning from the DSA comes after more than 123 people have been arrested for offences relating to illegal driving instruction in the last four years

Of those 39 were convicted and 31 received police cautions, the DSA said.
Police have warned getting into a car with an unlicensed instructor who has not undergone the obligatory criminal background check is as dangerous as getting into an unlicensed minicab.
Inspector Vince Brady, of the Met roads unit, told the BBC: "We talk an awful lot with people around using a licensed minicab, because you've got confidence that that vehicle, that person, is subject to a process and a series of checks.
"It's exactly the same with learner drivers. They're getting into a vehicle with a stranger they may know nothing about."
Learner drivers also risk missing out on key driving skills essential to instructors being awarded a licence.
The DSA said it has carried out more than 30 roadside operations in the UK targeting illegal instructors since 2011.
DSA's Head of Fraud and Integrity, Andy Rice, said: "We urge all learners to ensure their instructor is qualified to teach by checking they display a valid DSA badge in their windscreen. Learners can also use the free 'Find a driving instructor' service on GOV.UK to see details of their nearest instructors who are approved and registered with the Driving Standards Agency.
"All approved driving instructors undergo regular assessments of their ability to teach and are also CRB checked. Illegal driving instruction is rare but when it happens it can potentially be very serious. We investigate all reported cases and work with the police to bring offenders to justice."

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