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Guidance primarily aimed at local responders covering some humanitarian issues that may arise during the recovery phase of an emergency in the UK.
Guidance for people with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19, or a positive test result for COVID-19.
What to do if someone you know is having issues with their benefits: the ways you can manage their claim and how to call a helpline to ask for help.
You can help someone by: getting advice and information about their claim…
How you can get advice and information depends on the benefits being…
You can manage someone’s claim for them if you have ‘written authority’.…
Who to call in an emergency, like police, fire or ambulance services.
We know people are worried, so the government is offering help for households. See what cost of living support you could be eligible for.
How to become and act as a Court of Protection deputy - eligibility, responsibilities, how to apply, fees, supervision and when your deputyship ends.
Check the list of voluntary and community sector organisations funded by HMRC who can give you extra support with your tax or claims such as tax credits or Child Benefit.
Help someone make decisions if they appoint you or if they lack mental capacity - includes using a power of attorney, becoming a deputy and getting a one-off Court of Protection ruling
Find out about help you can get moving from benefits to work - work trials, programmes and clubs, New Enterprise Allowance, help with drug or alcohol problems, carer support
Find out how the Prevent programme supports people who are at risk of becoming involved with terrorism through radicalisation.
Information for British nationals affected by rape or sexual assault abroad, including how to access medical treatment and legal advice in the UK.
Get help if you're applying to the EU Settlement Scheme.
How to offer help to people arriving in the UK from Afghanistan: helping them settle in, get jobs or career advice or find housing.
Consular assistance describes the support and help the FCDO can provide to British nationals if they get into difficulty whilst living or travelling abroad.
Guidance for living safely with respiratory infections, including coronavirus (COVID-19).
Find out about the help you can get in the UK and abroad, including from victim support and the local British embassy or consulate.
If you have long COVID there is a range of support available.
Get help if you have difficulties claiming benefits and pensions because of a disability or health condition.
Advice and support for those who are experiencing or feel at risk of sexual violence and abuse.
Apply to the Court of Protection for a one-off decision if you're concerned about someone's personal welfare, property or financial affairs.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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