Archive for December 3rd, 2009

Ministry of Defence Pays Compensation for Injury to a Captain

After 1987, an army officer is entitled to claim compensation under civil law for any injury caused to him by any act of the armed forces, even if it is not an injury caused in war or any other conflict.

The government further came up with the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) around four years back. This scheme intends to compensate Regular and Reserve Forces officials for injuries, sickness or death that may occur in course of duty. This scheme was created to substitute the War Pensions Scheme, and it is in addition to the civil remedy that an official is entitled to claim, though the amount given under civil law can affect the amount awarded under AFCS.

These provisions came into light recently when an army Captain suffered an accident while coming back from the Middle East, and was awarded a compensation of £150,000 under civil law. The Captain was picked up by a soldier at the airport. However, the soldier slept on the wheel while driving the Captain to the barracks and the car crashed into the back of an HGV. The Captain got trapped in the car and could be taken out only by fire-brigade personnel.

The Captain’s left leg was broken and a ligament was torn in the accident, though these injuries have healed now. However, though the Captain has gone back to his job, he still suffers from the effects of the car crash. He has Deep Vein Thrombosis, which is going to last throughout his life. His right leg has gone numb and one of the fingers of his left hand does not function. The accident has also left him with chest pain and back pain. T

he Ministry of Defence admitted its liability in a civil proceeding and agreed to pay compensation after the Captain sued it via a solicitor specialising in forces negligence claims.

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Super Thoughts for Office or Household Occasion Celebration Activities

The holiday time of year brings with it a host of traditions. After the gifts, the tree and the treats, one of the favored customs many families have is the performance of Christmas skits by the children. Whether for church, schooltime or household parties, these brief plays let youngsters hold an active role in the madness of the holidays. Youngsters love the opportunity to dress up and execute, while parents and other kin members enjoy the performance. Everyone is rewarded with tender memories they give to potential generations. From stating the account of Jesus’ birth to easy practices about Christmas, skits are playful for everyone, but they too remind us of the story, history and true meaning of the time of year.

Skits are remarkable Christmas party games. Children, particularly, will love to execute and adults in the family are forever easy to watch. Here are our top skits that assure to entertain all the invitees at the Christmas party.

Some Christmas skits for children tell about the birth of Jesus and the significance of Christmas. If you are looking for small-scale activities that let tykes act it out, look for skits with plain characters and props. The birth of Jesus and A Puppet Christmas are two easy options. Since Christmas skits for youngsters ordinarily have few parts, each tyke will feel like a celebrity.

If your tyke is just beginning to read and is incapable to perform such a character, try a Christmas acrostic game instead. This play on words about Christmas is informative and amusing. It is also universal, because you can select a word to fit any size group, ages and setting.

Christmas is one of the seasons that kids look forward to most. Besides the hope of gifts, kids savor the occasion cheer that unfolds from school, through the streets and to their families. Memories of the smells of mom’s baking wafting through the household, or the picture of dad stringing up Christmas lights while trying not to fall off the roof are 2 of the numerous memories a good deal of individuals will treasure for the remainder of their lives. Turn the countdown to Christmas and the wait for Santa Claus into games and craft activities for your kids.

Published in: Eating Fun, Games, Lifestyle Hub | on December 3rd, 2009 | Comments Off