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Find out how local authorities can set up a Google domain for care leavers and children with a social worker.
Use these EU country codes, VAT numbers and foreign language letters to complete an EC Sales List (ESL).
Renew, replace or apply for an adult or child British passport if you’re living abroad or working overseas - forms, prices, how long it takes
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.
Applications received to amend the specification of a patent under sections 27 and 75 before the court and the Office.
Imposing safeguard measures for imports of certain steel products.
Find out how to complete and submit an Other Interest (OI) return using the HMRC spreadsheet or electronic flat text file.
The CMA is investigating Google’s conduct in relation to Google’s distribution of apps on Android devices in the UK, in particular Google Play’s rules which oblige certain app developers to use Google Play’s own billing system for in-app purchases.
Guidance on how to prove someone’s identity or give them access to your service or organisation.
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Use form C88 (status) as proof of authorisation to import or export for the country of destination.
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.
What private maritime security companies (PMSCs) need to provide to comply with licence conditions.
FCDO travel advice for USA. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
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