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Designated days when the Union Flag must be flown on UK government buildings. UK government buildings are also encouraged to fly the Union Flag all year round.
An export bar has been placed on a Union Flag that led the charge for the British at the Battle of Trafalgar
Use form Stamps BI 1 to tell HMRC about the proposed issue of a bearer instrument.
Details of the medals awarded to serving members of the armed forces, veterans and MOD employees; and who can receive them.
Complete application form MSF 4203 to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
Online proforma registration and guidance for owners, operators and bareboat charterers registering merchant vessels under the UK flag.
Border Force is a law enforcement command within the Home Office. We secure the UK border by carrying out immigration and customs controls for people and goods entering the UK. Border Force is part of the Home Office .
Downloadable letters explaining UK laws and services abroad for passports and visas. Sometimes called information notes.
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