I see your problem mate - I doubt there are many UK qualified IFAs where you are right now? Perhaps you could view TOFO's post as his opinion vice advice? My opinion is that it might depend on how long you are planning to 'invest' and, dare I suggest, when you do speak to an IFA, you have a rough idea of which country you plan to be in, in 6 years from now.
I think there are some good UK websites that rate investment plans. Although in today's financial climate you may be as well sticking your extra cash under the mattress!
Good luck
