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Disputes with neighbours - noisy neighbours, barking dogs, statutory nuisances, high hedges, mediation and when your council can step in
Follow these steps if you have a dispute with your neighbour. This guide…
Before making a formal complaint or getting others involved, try to…
If your neighbour is a tenant, you can complain to their landlord. This…
If you cannot resolve the dispute by speaking to your neighbour, you can…
You can ask your local council for help if the neighbour dispute involves…
You must try to settle a dispute about a high hedge informally before the…
You should call the police if your neighbour: is violent, threatening or…
If all else fails, you can take legal action against a neighbour. Taking…
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Includes how to report antisocial behaviour, like nuisance noise, vandalism or abandoned vehicles, reporting antisocial behaviour anonymously, getting support.
Guidance for living safely with respiratory infections, including coronavirus (COVID-19).
Dstl exploits the latest in robotics and AI to create effective and trustworthy uncrewed platforms and autonomous systems for the UK’s security and defence.
Information and documents related to the Disrespect NoBody campaign, which helps young people understand what a healthy relationship is.
Biosecurity and hygiene standards to keep birds safe from bird flu (avian influenza).
UK-India free trade talks are being relaunched, with a visit to India by the Business and Trade Secretary.
Complain about a school - complaints process, when to complain to the Department for Education, the Education Funding Agency or Ofsted.
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