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BankingBanking services are available at the airport. There is a cash dispenser at the SECC and various throughout the city centre. Banks are open 9.00 – 17.00 Monday – Friday with major city centre banks open 9.00 – 12.30 on Saturday. Major credit cards are accepted in most shops, restaurants and bars. Climate and clothingGlasgow enjoys a moderate temperature throughout the year. We would advise that you bring an umbrella and warm clothing for walking around the city during your stay. CommunicationPublic telephones operate with coins, cellular phones can be rented. Internet cafes are popular in the city centre. The local newspapers are The Herald, The Scotsman and the Daily Record. CulturalGlasgow is Scotland’s cultural capital, with one of the finest civic art collection in the UK. All the 13 city run museums are free and open daily from 10.00 – 17.00 Monday – Saturday 11.00 – 17.00 Sunday. Home to Scottish Ballet, Scottish Opera and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra an events listing for all activities can be found on www.s1play.com Information on Glasgow can be found at www.seeglasgow.com and for the rest of Scotland via www.visitscotland.com CurrencyScotland’s currency is sterling. You can change your currency at the airport or at travel agencies in the city centre. Most major hotels have a currency exchange. ElectricityIn the UK, the standard voltage is 240 Volts AC, 50 Hz. The standard plug is the 3 square twin pin type. Shaver outlets are 2 pin. Adaptors to convert appliances are readily available outside the UK. Emergency phone numbersPolice, ambulance, fire brigade and coast guard: dial 999 Insurance / LiabilityThe Congress is not insured to meet any claims arising from incidents during the Congress. It is the responsibility of participants, exhibitors and accompanying persons to be properly insured. Internet accessInternet cafes are available throughout the city. It is also possible to get internet connections in most hotels. Language of the CongressThe official language of the Congress is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided. Post OfficeThe main post office is in the city centre on St Vincent Street. Post boxes are painted bright red. ShoppingGlasgow offers the best shopping in the UK outside of London. Delegates looking for souvenirs of their visit to Scotland should look out for, whisky, celtic crafts, Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed gifts. Opening Times are 9.00 – 18.00, until 20.00 on Thursday. 12.30 – 17.00 on Sunday. The main shopping streets are Buchanan Street, Sauchiehall Street and Argyle Street, with interesting boutiques in the Merchant City and West End. TippingThis is customary in restaurants at 10%, check to ensure the tip hasn’t been added already. In taxis, round up to the nearest pound. Wining and diningThere has always been an abundance of riches in Scotland's larder - Aberdeen Angus beef, Highland venison, Loch Fyne seafood, Ayrshire cheeses, Clyde valley soft fruits. And eating out needn't be a purely local affair. In Glasgow, you can go global and choose from just about every major cuisine style from around the world - in a wide range of establishments to suit every pocket. Book using the website www.5pm.co.uk to get a great deal even in the most prestigious establishments. www.bestglasgowrestaurants.com. 2 course lunch £12 (16.80 euro) 3 course dinner £20 (28 euro). Coffee £1.80 (2.50 euro) Weights and measuresOfficially the UK uses the metric system but the imperial system is still
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