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Identity cards have been scrapped - what to do if you still have one, biometric residence permits, identity cards for foreign nationals
Get documents to prove you are entitled to live in Britain if you're part of the Windrush generation - eligibility and how to apply
Apply for indefinite leave to remain on the basis of your private life - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
Contact the police by calling 999 to report emergencies or by calling 101 for non-emergencies
If you think a child or young person is at risk or being abused or neglected, contact the children’s social care team at their local council.
Use the online ARC enquiry form to contact the Home Office about your ARC card.
How to come back to the UK to live if you were previously settled (given indefinite leave to remain) - find out if you need a Returning Resident visa
Find out about terrorist threat levels, national measures against terrorism and how to report suspect activity
Report a crime or antisocial behaviour by calling the police, or Crimestoppers if you want to remain anonymous
Who has the right to reside in the UK - if you're a British citizen, from the Republic of Ireland, the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.
Tell the police and your insurance company if your vehicle has been stolen straight away - telling DVLA, vehicle tax refunds and personalised registration numbers
Find out if someone can rent your private residential property in England.
Apply for indefinite leave to remain ('settlement') if you have a business, investor or talent visa - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
Search for companies that can do Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on your behalf (formerly Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checks)
The police have to follow strict rules if you're arrested, questioned or charged with a crime - you can get legal advice at a police station
Get endorsement and approval to apply for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a leader in arts and culture - architecture, fashion, film, television.
Tell the local authority if you're worried that a child is being neglected or abused - call 999 if they’re in immediate danger
Indefinite leave to remain or enter the UK if your relationship has broken down because of domestic violence or abuse - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
How to apply for asylum support if you're waiting to find out if you'll be given asylum in the UK
The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
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