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Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months), medical treatment and other activities. Find out whether you need a Standard Visitor visa, or can visit without a visa.
You can visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study…
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You can visit the UK for up to 6 months to: study at an accredited…
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Experts in investment, risk management and local and central government have been appointed to the National Wealth Fund Board, as it moves into a new chapter.
Get endorsement and approval to apply for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a leader in arts and culture - architecture, fashion, film, television.
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The review of the balance of competences will be an audit of what the EU does and how it affects the UK.
A course to help teachers and school leaders develop leadership knowledge and expertise to improve outcomes for teachers and pupils in their school.
Use form C384 (Vessels) to apply for release on payment of Customs Duty or VAT on a private vessel.
Communities set to benefit from better jobs and more opportunities in tech as 14 government-backed projects to support local tech sectors across the UK are unveiled.
Welcome to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Knowledge and Library Services. We provide knowledge, library and evidence services to UKHSA and public health teams in partner organisations.
The Security Minister delivered a speech at the International Security Expo 2025.
Skills England works with partners to create better skills for better jobs, enabling growth and opportunity. Skills England is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Education .
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