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If you're terminally ill and might not live longer than 12 months, you may be able to get some benefits at a higher rate.
If you already have the right or have probate (as an executor or administrator) you can start dealing with the estate. You may need to apply for the right to deal with the estate of the person who's died (also...
As a personal representative (an executor or administrator) you’re legally…
You must pay any debts and settle the taxes for the person who died. This…
You may have to pay taxes for the estate if there is any new income while…
You may need to send information to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) about…
Once you have paid any debts and taxes, or you are sure the estate has…
How to end a commercial lease early, what happens if you break the terms of your lease, use a clause in your agreement
Call for evidence that sought views from employers and employees on the complexity of the current dismissal process, and on new proposals for…
How you can have a marriage annulled, the reasons you can give for annulling a marriage and the forms you will need to apply for an annulment. This includes information from the withdrawn D191 guide.
How to make a lasting power of attorney (LPA): starting an application online, choosing an attorney, certifying a copy, changing an LPA.
You need to move to Universal Credit if you’ve received a Migration Notice letter, as one or more of your benefits will be ending soon.
Check you can end your civil partnership, agree or disagree with an application, what to do if your partner lacks mental capacity
UK support has reached over 4 million people over 2 years, helping tackle domestic abuse, child marriage and female genital mutilation, and support survivors of violence.
Information about what to do if you need to end your hosting arrangements for any reason.
Contains detailed information on people registered with Councils that have Social Services Responsibilities (CSSRs) in England as being severely visually impaired (blind) or visually impaired (partially sighted). This data is collected every three years.
Apply to the Court of Protection for a one-off decision if you're concerned about someone's personal welfare, property or financial affairs.
Apply to become an appointee for someone claiming benefits - how to apply, stop being an appointee
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