Ollie McAninch

Ollie McAninch

Ollie McAninch is a former public and private sector economist turned digital media pioneer. After working in the media for over a decade, he helped develop The London Economic to promote independent investigative journalism.

When he isn't contributing articles, Ollie spends the bulk of his time looking after animals, pressing apples and planting trees.

Could you pass the UK citizenship test?

British citizenship has been a hot topic this year thanks to the result of Brexit, with many EU nationals looking to find out how they can secure their UK citizenship. Any persons wishing to apply for UK citizenship has to pass a test that combines both topics surrounding British history...

Imperial FX Mean Business

FinTech brand Imperial FX have moved into the business sector and secured the number one position for sending money to the Middle East and South America. After merging with Brazilian brand BR Money in 2015 to become Imperial FX, they have re-branded and expanded their expertise internationally to offer some...

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Figures show surge of immigration following Brexit vote

Figures show immigration is at a record high in the UK, but what do the numbers really show? The latest set of immigration statistics showed that 650,000 people came to Britain in the year to June, a record number for a 12-month period. That headline figure earned lots of attention...

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How has the Prime London property market performed this year?

London’s prime-resi property market has accelerated notably in recent years, particularly in highly desirable areas like Mayfair. Listings in this sought-after part of central London are up 67 per cent compared to 2014, and up 25 per cent compared with last year. One of the area’s most prestigious and longstanding...

Horse Owners: Tips for Saving Time and Money

Ownership can be a really rewarding experience but no matter how much you love your horse or pony, taking care of him can put a real strain on your finances and your freedom. If that strain begins to dull your enjoyment of horse ownership, there are some simple steps you...

London’s post-Brexit property market: What we know so far

In the weeks leading up to the June 23 Brexit referendum, the Bank of England warned that a vote to leave the European Union could result in a recession, raising fears that housing prices could plummet. Yet in the months following the controversial vote, inflation rates have stabilised and housing...

8 Cheap Ways to Warm Up a Cold Room

As winter approaches, we start to think more about keeping our homes warm and snug. Perhaps we're thinking about an elderly relative who is struggling to keep warm, especially as fuel costs are set to soar next year. In most homes there are always some rooms that are colder than...

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