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Talk: Scrolls And Serpents: The Wonders Of Dark Age Art, Dr Janina Ramirez

Dr Ramirez, medievalist and TV historian, will introduce us to the wealth of illuminated manuscripts, jewellery and treasures of the Dark Ages. The symbols and designs help us to understand the beliefs and ideas that shaped Anglo-Saxon and Viking art.

Dr Ramirez is Director of the Certificate and Diploma in the History of Art at the Department for Continuing Education at the University of Oxford

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No Christmas cheer for a quarter of UK workers

The festive season is almost upon us, and office workers around the UK may face some disappointment in the workplace, as 27% of people are doubtful they’ll be able to get the time off work they need to enjoy the Christmas holidays.

Office supply company, Viking, surveyed 1,500 office workers to investigate one of the most contentious aspects HR departments have to face: taking time off...