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Statement by The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, at the UN Security Council meeting on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in France, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Cheekily named boat is one of three more unregistered vessel prosecutions. Heavy costs give stark warning to non-registered boat owners on the river.
Indefinite leave to remain or enter the UK if your relationship has broken down because of domestic violence or abuse - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Portugal, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Armed Forces families will benefit from new freedoms to keep pets, decorate and personalise their houses, and run businesses from home.
Product Safety Report for Forever Electric Bike presenting a serious risk of fire.
Recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service 2025 have been announced.
Ways to settle in the UK, indefinite leave to remain (ILR) and routes to British citizenship
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