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Find a BFPO number, send mail to and from British forces personnel and their families.
You can use the British Forces Post Office (BFPO) to send a letter or…
You can only use the enduring families free mail service to send things to…
You must: use a printed address label or write the address clearly in…
You must fill in a customs form when you send a parcel abroad. You can…
The cost of using British Forces Post Office (BFPO) depends on the size…
Not all UK online retailers are able to send things to a BFPO address.…
You cannot send some items in BFPO mail. If you send banned items your…
You can send letters (also known as ‘blueys’) and parcels for free to…
You may be able to claim compensation if your post: does not arrive within…
If you live in England and work you may be able to get free childcare for a child aged 9 months to 4 years old. Check if you're eligible and how and when to apply.
You may be able to get 30 hours of free childcare a week through the Free…
If your child is aged 9 months to 4 years old You can get 30 hours of free…
The amount of free childcare you can get through Free Childcare for…
Find out when to apply for 30 hours of free childcare. Check with your…
Use this service to apply for Free Childcare for Working Parents if you…
You’ll usually find out if you’re eligible: immediately after applying…
To keep getting Free Childcare for Working Parents you must sign in to…
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VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
Sign in, manage and use your online account to receive payments from parents.
Check if you can get compensation if you’ve been unable to access Tax-Free Childcare or free childcare for working parents due to technical issues.
Guidance for schools and local authorities about providing school meals including information on free school meal eligibility.
Find out how to move your goods from inward processing into free circulation, another special procedure or re-export.
Check if your council offers free early education and childcare.
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