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Register to vote Register by 18 June to vote in the General Election on 4 July.
Information regarding the application and assessment process for the legal trainee scheme
Information for competent authorities abroad (and in the UK) about obtaining evidence within the UK (or abroad) to assist in criminal investigations or proceedings.
What to do if you've been made bankrupt: how to get help with bankruptcy, and how to oppose a bankruptcy petition.
How to object and challenge someone else's trade mark and details of any legal costs involved.
How your local council can help if you're struggling to pay Council Tax - and what action they can take to get any money you owe from you
Apply to set up an arrangement with your employer to be kept informed and to be consulted
The Review of Civil Legal Aid will explore options for improving the long-term sustainability of the civil legal aid system.
Details of the Ministry of Justice’s review of criminal legal aid, announced in December 2018.
Rules for UK and EU broadcasters and video on-demand services
A suite of template legal documents to support the development of mutuals.
Information for landlords in England on tenant eviction: assured shorthold tenancies, including eviction notices, Section 21, Section 8, accelerated possession, possession orders, bailiffs
Guidance on debt relief orders for debt advisers. To search, press ‘control’ and ‘f’ on your keyboard at the same time. A search box will appear.
We are the government’s principal legal advisers. Our core purpose is to help the government to govern well, within the rule of law. GLD is a non-ministerial department.
Information on designs hearings including costs and how to appeal against an outcome.
You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or legal professional - where to get help with papers and procedures
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Citron on 3 May 2024.
Trade mark hearings and how to appeal against an outcome.
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How to work out financial eligibility for legal aid: income and capital means testing, passporting and the civil legal aid calculator.
How to work out splitting up money, property and possessions when you divorce or dissolve a civil partnership - including mediation.
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