John Prescott, ex-Deputy Prime Minister, has claimed that it is “time to make British shipping great again.”

The former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party has revealed his pride for the UK’s maritime tradition and how when he became Deputy PM he wanted to make the shipping industry magnificent once more.

As international movers, Robinsons International is very much involved in the UK shipping industry; so any such remark or any latest news of the sector we strive to be in the know-how.

Prescott writes in the Daily Mirror that in 1997, many British ships sailed under Flags of Convenience- registered in other countries because the UK wasn’t competitive enough. He said that “it got so bad that only 3 million tonnes of shipping flew under the red ensign when the Tories left power 14 years ago.”

The government introduced the tonnage tax which meant that companies got taxed less if they registered their fleet in the UK. It led to Cunard and P&O bringing their ships back to Britain and now 18 million tonnes of ships- a 600% increase since 1997- sail under the British flag.

The 73-year-old expresses his concern, saying: “I fear this could be the beginning of the end for the British shipping industry.”

We offer shipping to USA services as well as to other countries globally, so one could argue that as a trusted international shipping company we already deem the shipping industry as great.

When timing is crucial, it’s important to choose a shipping company who will provide a fast, efficient and secure global shipping service to meet your individual needs. So use Robinsons’ specialist shipping services when moving overseas.

River Island has announced its introduction of international shipping services.

The fashion clothing retailer pronounced on its website that it will now deliver clothing as far afield as Australia and New Zealand, with immediate effect.

Ben Lewis, Chief executive of River Island, said: “The launch of international shipping is a huge step forward for the River Island brand. We are confident this step will increase our brand awareness in new markets worldwide and in turn support the current international store network by offering our customers the additional opportunity to shop at River Island online 24-hours a day.”

The firm now ships to more than 100 countries comprising of Australasia, Central and South America, Europe and Asia in the Middle East. Likewise, Robinsons International ships to countries worldwide including shipping to USA.

As one of the leading shipping companies UK, we can transport your valuable antiques and furniture safely and securely. We may not ship clothing but Robinsons can ship your belongings as well as your car.

River Island now has stores in the UK as well as in Russia, Poland and the Benelux; and Robinsons’ dedicated international moving division is similar in that we share a partnership with over 260 independent companies in more than 70 countries, covering 58 languages and all time zones.

So whether you want to ship to Australia, transport your furniture to India or simply move within the UK; Robinsons International is the go-to-company for expert removal services.

A number of properties in the UK are being left abandoned and unsold for lengthy periods of time, simply because of rumours that they are haunted.

According to chartered surveyors’ trade body RICS, homes that have been involved in murder investigations, grisly crimes and spooky events are scaring Brits away from buying the properties.

The undesirable houses are reportedly impossible to shift because of tales of ghouls appearing in the windows; and so the sight of any removals vans turning up is hopeless.

RICS spokesman, Jeremy Leaf, said: “Rumoured hauntings, celebrity inhabitants or high-profile crimes can have a significant effect on a house’s saleability.

“A high-profile crime which has attracted a lot of media attention can have a significant impact on a property’s worth, albeit usually temporarily.”

In some cases a high-profile event actually generates property interest however; in general they are deterring budding homeowners away.

Don’t let a little bit of ‘hocus pocus’ gossip stop you from buying the house of your dreams; hire Robinsons International’s expert home removals and move in immediately to start living your new life.

And if the property is based abroad, rest assured we can help too. As one of the leading international shipping companies, our specialist team can ship your belongings to a foreign country safely and securely and into the new home (regardless of whether it is haunted or not!)

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