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Radio 4,17 Apr 2018,45 mins

Call You and Yours: What are the rules of modern dating?

You and Yours

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Today on Call You & Yours, we're asking: "What are the rules of modern dating?" Online dating is now the way most people meet their partner in the UK - there aren't any taboos around that any more. But if you're trying it for the first time, what sort of hurdles will you face? A new guide by the etiquette experts, Debrett's, aims to help people aged over 50 navigate a way through dating in 2018. Common concerns seem to be feeling out of touch with modern dating rules and a lack of confidence to make contact with the person you're interested in. And if you do finally meet, who pays the bill. Many struggle with writing a positive profile about themselves, while some feel shy and nervous on dates and worry about seeming 'desperate.' We'll explore the whole topic and hear from experts and listeners alike. PRESENTER: SHARI VAHL PRODUCER: SIMON HOBAN.

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