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Guidance on how the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) operates the mergers control regime under the Enterprise Act 2002.
This video explains what an eVisa is.
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This guidance covers the role that the police play in the DBS checking process.
Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products.
The definition of what is a decent home and guidance on how the decent homes standard should be implemented.
Understand what information you will need to prepare for the Annual Return 2025, and why new questions have been included.
The 'show me, tell me' vehicle safety questions that driving examiners can ask in category A (motorcycle) riding tests.
Details for 16 to 19 funded institutions on how funding will work in academic year 2025 to 2026.
How to assess sector-specific planning applications that could affect air quality on a protected site.
Training requirements for testers, initial MOT testing training, demonstration tests, MOT annual training for testers, keeping a training record, assessment of new and returning testers, assessment of continuing competence, …
The guidance driving examiners follow when they carry out driving tests in Great Britain. It's sometimes known as the 'DT1'.
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The Independent Case Examiner reviews complaints about certain government organisations that deal with benefits, work and financial support.
Follow our steps to get your first payment if you're applying late for student finance.
Find out which costs qualify for R&D Corporation Tax relief, if you want to claim for your project on your Company Tax Return.
Sets out process and expectations on planning performance and decision making.
Options for amending proposals that have planning permission.
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