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Information on inspecting garden and boundary walls.
When and how to tell neighbours about building works on party walls, what to do if you've been notified of works, how to come to an agreement
You must tell your neighbours if you want to carry out any building work…
You must tell your neighbour if you want to: build on or at the boundary…
You must give notice to your neighbour between 2 months and a year before…
Once you’ve given notice your neighbour can: give consent in writing…
You must appoint a surveyor if you and your neighbour cannot agree. You…
When carrying out building works you must: avoid causing unnecessary…
Guidance on the law on sticking items on vehicle windows which could obscure the view.
The Victims' Code posters and leaflet have been translated into multiple languages for accessibility.
Divisional letter dated 18 June 2013 about the publication of a revised edition of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 explanatory booklet.
Your local council is usually responsible for removing graffiti from things like public buildings, monuments, benches and bins
Product Safety Report for EIDISUNY Wall Lamp presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Product Safety Report for AIBOO Wall Lights presenting a high risk of electric shock.
Find out when you can zero rate VAT for advertisements and goods used for the collection of donations.
Find out when you can zero rate books and other forms of printed matter.
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