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DNA testing can be used in child maintenance or inheritance disputes, or applications for contact with a child or for a child to settle in the UK
A DNA test can be used to either: prove that 2 people definitely are not…
You must use an accredited testing laboratory. If you do not, the results…
If you’re ordered to get a test by the Child Maintenance Service, they’ll…
There are different requirements if you’re getting a test to prove a…
The person carrying out the test can only take a DNA sample if they have…
Information on taking, submitting and processing samples which potentially contain MPXV.
We lead the UK’s diplomatic, development and consular work around the world. FCDO is a ministerial department, supported by 11 agencies and public bodies .
The leaseholder protections in the Building Safety Act 2022 only apply to “relevant buildings.” This guidance explains what is meant by that term.
Find out about geological screening, nuclear facility siting, exclusion criteria, reviewing, groundwater, NIREX and radiation risk.
You’re disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' negative effect on your ability to do daily activities
How end-use controls apply to weapons of mass destruction (WMD) related goods, software, technology and technical assistance.
Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. We also inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people. Ofsted is a...
Details of the exceptions to copyright that allow limited use of copyright works without the permission of the copyright owner.
Lists of standards that businesses can use to show their products, services or processes comply with essential requirements of legislation.
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