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Register to vote Register by 18 June to vote in the General Election on 4 July.
Charity Commission guidance on running a village hall.
Documents, certificate, letters, and notes available from the British embassy and consulates in the USA.
How local councils work in England - types of council, decision-making, council finances, local councillors and making complaints
This guide relates to councils in England. Find information about councils…
The full council (a meeting of all council members) is responsible for all…
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This publication is intended for Valuation Officers. It may contain links to internal resources that are not available through this version.
How to work out the VAT on building work and materials if you're a contractor, subcontractor or developer.
Additional guidance on requirements for Town Deals Boards during the delivery phase of the Towns Fund.
How UK nationals who plan to live in Spain for more than 3 months must register as a resident and on the padrón at their town hall.
Information on legal requirements and advice for British nationals buying or renting property in Spain.
Communities across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales to benefit from over £150 million in funding to support community ownership of local assets.
Self declaration form and accompanying notes for British nationals to get married or register a civil partnership (PACS) in France. For use in place of certificates of celibacy and custom.
Provides guidance on planning for retail and other town centre uses.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in France, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Advice for British people buying property in Bulgaria, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements and more.
Documents related to the statutory intervention at Birmingham City Council.
Documents, certificates, services available at British Embassy in Manila.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Italy, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
Website of the Mayor of London, the London Assembly and the Greater London Authority
Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at British embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at British consulates in Lebanon.
Documents related to the intervention at Nottingham City Council.
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