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The new official GOV.UK logo featuring the chosen crown of His Majesty King Charles III has launched today across the site.
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Educational resources from the UK Space Agency's Logo Lift Off! programme.
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Who can use the Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVSA) earned recognition logo, where it can be used, and how it must look.
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