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Register to vote Register by 18 June to vote in the General Election on 4 July.
Environmental regulations and guidance on offshore oil and gas exploration and production, offshore gas unloading and storage and offshore carbon dioxide storage activities
The Valuation Office Agency`s technical manual covering all aspects of compulsory purchase and compensation.
Excavation of crashed military aircraft within the United Kingdom.
Find out how to protect wildlife and habitats and apply for wildlife licences so you can legally operate in woodlands and forests.
New orders that will prevent individuals from repeatedly causing serious disruption at protests will come into force today.
What counts as a statutory nuisance and how councils can deal with complaints by issuing an abatement notice.
Sets out when planning permission is required and different types of planning permission which may be granted.
Protecting staff, passengers and property on public transport: police roles, CCTV and witness evidence use, tools to restrict anti-social acts
How to assess a planning application when there are protected species on or near a proposed development site.
What you must do to avoid harming badgers and when you’ll need a licence.
How to assess a planning application when there are otters on or near a proposed development site.
This environmental resource guide seeks to support the rollout of digital infrastructure in England, by providing greater awareness of climate adaptation, environmental improvements (biodiversity gains), and low carbon considerations. The guide is based on England jurisdiction, but has direct relevance...
Guidance on activities that may require a marine licence.
Advises on how to consider light within the planning system.
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with renal and respiratory disorders.
FCDO travel advice for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
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