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Employment status (worker, employee, self-employed, director or contractor) affects employment rights and employer responsibilities in the workplace
In employment law a person’s employment status helps determine: their…
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Find out if your ivory item may qualify for the pre-1918 outstandingly high artistic, cultural or historical value exemption, how to apply and what to do if it is refused or revoked.
The template Short Form Contract is primarily for below-threshold, low value, non-complex goods and services. It can also be used for above-threshold non-complex goods and services, where appropriate
British soldiers will be better protected and more lethal on the battlefield as a new investment of up to £400 million will see the Army equipped with the latest spy drone technology.
How the Buyer Credit Facility works, its benefits, eligibility and how to apply.
Housing deals provide an opportunity to support our commitment to deliver 300,000 homes per year by the mid-2020s and beyond.
How schools can get value for money, avoid fees and find local agencies who complete thorough background and safeguarding checks.
How to use Method 1 to work out the customs value of your imported goods if you're an importer or clearing agent.
Find out if you need to apply for probate to deal with the estate of someone who’s died. Discover how to apply for probate or letters of administration and what to do if there’s no will.
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