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‘Bona Vacantia’ means vacant goods and is the name given to ownerless property, which by law passes to the Crown. The Treasury Solicitor acts for the Crown to administer the estates of people who die intestate (without a Will) and...
The government's legal position in respect of the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill 2023.
Legal requirements and good practice guidance for Veterinary Practice Premises Inspections.
This notice provides a glossary of Scottish land law terms.
The shape and the configuration of objects are automatically protected by design right in the UK and Europe.
Sets out the definition of ‘legal’ and ‘sustainable’ under the UK government Timber Procurement Policy.
What you need to do to start a business: choose a legal structure, see if you need licences and insurance, learn about reliefs and benefits
Check if you need a visa or permit to work in Sweden and how to get one if you do.
Explains how conditions attached to a planning permission should be used and discharged effectively
Find UK legislation from 1267 to the present day, and stay up to date with changes and new legislation.
Overview of the vehicle operator licensing system.
Explains control of advertisement regime.
What happens when you opt to tax (charge VAT on) land and buildings, when you need permission and when to notify HMRC about your decision.
Your legal right to time off to care for dependants - when you can take time off, how long you get, your rights
What to do if you are planning to adopt a child in the Philippines.
As a landlord, find out if the leaseholders in your block have the right to take over management of your building, and the process they must go through to do this
Fines and prison sentences you can get for renting your property to someone who is not allowed to rent: what happens if you did not check, how you can object to a fine, how to appeal
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