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When and how to tell neighbours about building works on party walls, what to do if you've been notified of works, how to come to an agreement
You must tell your neighbours if you want to carry out any building work…
You must tell your neighbour if you want to: build on or at the boundary…
You must give notice to your neighbour between 2 months and a year before…
Once you’ve given notice your neighbour can: give consent in writing…
You must appoint a surveyor if you and your neighbour cannot agree. You…
When carrying out building works you must: avoid causing unnecessary…
Non-military housing options and advice available to serving personnel who are not seeking or due to leave service
The Prime Minister has appointed Lord Daniel Finkelstein OBE, Tom Holland, Dr. Tiffany Jenkins, Martha Kearney and Claudia Winkleman as trustees of the British Museum; their four year terms started on 19 March 2025.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Pakistan, including guidance on residency, healthcare and property.
Find out about buying a home through shared ownership. Read about who can apply, costs, paying rent, buying more shares and repairing and selling your home.
A guide to organising a street party - telling your council, closing roads, getting insurance and licences
Renting a room in your home out - Rent a Room Scheme, types of tenancy or licence, rent, bills, tax and ending a letting
How UK nationals who plan to live in Spain for more than 3 months must register as a resident and on the padrón at their town hall.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing social functions, including annual parties, for employees
Guidance for living safely with respiratory infections, including coronavirus (COVID-19).
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