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Use the service to find the location of people in prison when you do not know which prison they are in - contact details, what you need to include
How to claim compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme if you've been seriously injured in a violent crime.
You might be able to claim compensation if you were the victim of a…
The crime must have happened in England, Wales or Scotland. It must be…
You can make a claim online. It does not cost anything to apply. You do…
You’ll get a reference number when you submit your claim. Use the…
You must contact the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) to…
Visiting a prisoner: visiting times, keeping in touch by email, telephone or letter, banned items and sending money to a prisoner by debit card or online bank transfer
Letters You can contact a prisoner by writing to them. Write the person’s…
Prisoners are not allowed to access social networking websites (such as…
You must not send or give anything to a prisoner that: is indecent or…
You can send money to someone in prison by making an online payment by…
You can make an online request to visit someone in prison in most cases.…
A guide to applying for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
Documents relating to each of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) place-based evaluations.
Information on whether you need approval to put on certain types of regulated entertainment.
Advice for British people living in Oman, including information on health, education, employment, residence requirements and more.
Documents and guidance relating to the government’s Pride in Place Strategy, which will help build stronger communities, create thriving places and empower local people.
Using our Find and update company information service to follow companies and search company information for free.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Germany including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
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