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Work out how much money you'll get when you retire and plan ahead - State Pension, Pension Credit, National Insurance
A pension is a way to save money for later in your life. You may be able…
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Workplace pensions and personal or stakeholder pensions are a way of…
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Guidance for living safely with respiratory infections, including coronavirus (COVID-19).
Weekly UKHSA report for the 2025/26 season, monitoring respiratory viruses.
You need the right licence to drive a tractor or specialist vehicle, there are also age limits and specific rules for driving tests
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The laws on selling, buying and carrying a knife or weapon depend on the type of knife or weapon, your age and your circumstances.
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