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The Royal Mint (RM) is the world’s leading export mint, making coins and medals for an average of 60 countries every year. However, its first responsibility is to make and distribute United Kingdom coins as well as to supply blanks...
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Covering thalidomide, lenalidomide, and pomalidomide: temporary guidance for pregnancy prevention arrangements for patients taking them during COVID-19
This toolkit is for Innovation Passport holders following the Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) and provides activities to support the design and development of medicines.
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
Reclaim VAT you've paid on goods and services bought in the UK to use in your business if you’re registered as a business outside the UK.
Emergency alerts are broadcast from mobile phone masts. Find out if your phone or tablet can receive alerts.
The process of taking or giving evidence from abroad for UK court cases and rules on which countries allow it.
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