We checked-in with Cindy and David Boswell in Cardiff to find out what it is like to be a host family.

In the spotlight this week: find out how to combine your creative interests with second-language learning, browse a selection of combined English courses from English UK member centres.

This week, find out where the horror story Frankenstein was written, about the band which is still on tour after 56 years, and why more children are struggling with handwriting. Also – what is the Beast from the East?

We are very pleased to welcome Marketing Communications Officer James Broadway to our small English UK team.

Every week, we summarise the news to give you some insight into what is happening in Britain, and what people are talking about.

This week, church towers get a 21st century role, London teacher among top ten in the world, and a UK landmarks celebrates its 20^th birthday. Also, find out about the UK's fried chicken shortage.