Social etiquette in the UK

Avoid

age

religion

politics

marital status

weight

salary

Acceptable topics

the weather

family

films / TV

sport / hobby

studies

food

Small talk

Greeting

meet someone
for the first time

handshake

close friends / relatives

kiss on the cheek

give a hug

Visiting people

always telephone
before visiting

be on time

take a small gift for hosts