New relevant topics - BER energy rating for homes - Mortgages in the current economic climate - The new International food safety system HACCP - Blended families - The WEEE Directive on the disposal of electronic appliancesModern ideas for practical work in the Textile sectionNew section showing students how to approach Section B, Question 1 of the examContemporary and exciting recipes, photos and artwork engage students & teachersCovers the course comprehensively for both Higher and Ordinary Level studentsSpecific links in each chapter to Homework Assignments Book and Teachers CD-Rom provide invaluable teacher support and resourcesOnline testing for homework and revision will be available for this textbook on eTest.ie"