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The range of prison sentences a court can give - including suspended, fixed-term, indeterminate and life sentences.
If you’re sent to prison for 2 or more crimes, you’ll usually get a…
A suspended prison sentence is served in the community instead of in…
A determinate prison sentence is for a fixed length of time. It includes a…
An indeterminate prison sentence does not have a fixed length of time.…
If you’re found guilty of murder, a court must give you a life sentence. A…
If you’re under 18 you’ll be treated differently to adults by a court. You…
What to do if your guest will be temporarily absent from your accommodation.
Find out how to import your personal belongings, pets and private motor vehicles when moving or returning to the UK.
Find out about the foreign income and gains (FIG) regime which replaced the remittance basis on 6 April 2025.
Employer guide to Statutory Neonatal Care Pay and Leave: eligibility, notice period, record keeping, getting help.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing medical or dental treatment and insurance
This guidance explains the different preference tiers under the DCTS, including benefits for each tier, criteria for moving between tiers and transition periods.
How new long-term UK residence rules affect Inheritance Tax from 6 April 2025.
Cold Weather Payment - what you'll get, eligibility and how to find out if your area is due a payment.
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