Shabza,

If you have a full UK Licence you can get a temp licence on monthly basis as soon as you arrive. Better having one as there is no actual sayso on how long you can drive with the UK one. (Not even the traffic police could tell me)

For cars, suggest you opt for brand new, unless you actually know the person you would be buying from 2nd hand. (lots of noce cars but you have to be practical for your work)

Bank account, you need to ensure that your company is approved with the bank. You are better opening with the company corporate bank.

Quite a few bars here to hang out in. As long as you are not shy you will normally always get chatting with someone.

PM me if you want anything else.