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Family & home admin
Running a household: moving, registering, schools, records and planning.
- How to apply for a primary or secondary school place In England you apply through your local council, even for schools in another area. Secondary applications are usually due by 31 October and primary b…
- How to apply for Council Tax single person discount If you're the only adult in your home, or everyone else is 'disregarded', you can get 25% off your Council Tax. You must apply to your council: it is…
- How to change your address on your driving licence and V5C Updating your address with DVLA is free and quick online. You must do your licence and your vehicle log book (V5C) separately, or risk a fine of up t…
- How to claim Child Benefit You can claim Child Benefit online 48 hours after registering a birth. Even if you earn too much to keep it, claiming can protect your State Pension …
- How to make a lasting power of attorney (LPA) An LPA lets people you trust make decisions for you if you lose mental capacity. You can make one yourself online through GOV.UK. It costs £92 per LP…
- How to register a birth In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must register a baby's birth within 42 days (21 days in Scotland). Here's who can do it, what to take and …
- How to register a death After a death in England or Wales, you normally have 5 days to register it (8 in Scotland) once the cause has been confirmed. This guide explains the…
- How to register to vote Registering takes about 5 minutes online and you only need to do it again if you move, change your name or change nationality. Remember you need phot…