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Internet / wifi five times the cost of UK a cartel of only 2 providers and vastly overcharged mobile phone rates.
Parking meters being introduced everywhere even where obviously not needed within infrastructure which cannot possibly be cost effective, and almost no public transport alternative to cars outside Central city areas. Meaning you have to use a car but cannot stop anywhere without being harassed and fined by an army of wardens.
Housing rents the same or higher than London.
Dangerous drivers who drive everywhere at or above the  speed limit flashing and tailgating as though attending an emergency.
Food costs higher than UK.

Plus points:
Safe environment and good police force.
Well run local municipality service.
Good hospital services.
Great weather between November and April.

Conclusion:  the Country is run for the benefit of local monopolistic providers at the expense of Expats. The parking meter obsession looks like a misguided German control-freak import.... designed to make everyone's life stupidly and unnecessarily more complicated.

Hi Cheryl,

Normally before, I relocate  or travel to any country, what i do is:

1. I Check the the customs requirements and culture, do's and don'ts to the country in going to.
2. Safety and Security
3. Availability of public transport and utilities
4. Cost of living

Regards,

Olly.