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Arrange a special collection for large waste items - most councils will collect things like old sofas, fridges or washing machines for a fee
What to do if you go to work or retire abroad - sending HMRC a P85 or tax return, paying National Insurance and claiming benefits, visiting the UK after you've left
When to book your motorcycle theory test, what to take with you, how the multiple-choice questions and hazard perception test work, and the pass mark
Find out who your local councillor is
Download Student Finance England application forms and guidance notes - including forms PN1, PR1 and DSA1.
Apply for a visa to visit the UK if you want to marry or register a civil partnership within 6 months - eligibility, documents, how to apply, how much it costs
How to apply for a visa to come to the UK for temporary seasonal work - eligibility, documents you'll need, and the application process.
A disability premium is extra money if you’re under Pension Credit age and registered blind or getting certain benefits - what you get, eligibility, apply
Apply for a British National (Overseas) visa (known as a BNO visa) to live, work and study in the UK if you or a family member are from Hong Kong and registered as a British national (overseas).
What you need to do to ride a motorcycle, moped or motor tricycle - tests and training, minimum ages, vehicle requirements, new licence rules
Employer guide to Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) and Leave - rates, eligibility, notice period, form SMP1, recover statutory pay
The penalties if you are caught taking or dealing drugs - drug classification, fines and prison sentences
What happens if someone makes a money claim against you, saying you owe them money, and how you can respond or defend yourself
An overview of voting in the UK, including voting in person, postal and proxy voting, and voting if you're abroad.
Electric bikes meeting the EAPC regulations can be ridden on the road without being taxed, licensed or insured.
Report someone who you think may be living or working in the UK illegally, employing someone illegally
Apply to become an appointee for someone claiming benefits - how to apply or stop being an appointee.
Use the online tool to find the tax rate for new unregistered cars
Find out how to register a death in the UK or abroad
Find out about buying a home through shared ownership. Read about who can apply, costs, paying rent, buying more shares and repairing and selling your home.
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