Law and rights
As a member of British society you have rights and responsibilities. These pages inform you about legal and civil rights and explain how you should be treated by the police and prison system.
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Housing Benefit cuts for social housing tenants from April 2013
Find out if you could be affected by cuts to Housing Benefit if your home is too large for you.
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Going to an employment tribunal for unfair dismissal?

Changes to employment tribunal rules from 6 April.
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Know your rights when buying online

A new Office of Fair Trading campaign to helps you understand your consumer rights when shopping online.
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Information relating to civil and criminal courts within Scotland
As a member of British society you have rights and responsibilities. These pages inform you about legal and civil rights and explain how you should be treated by the police and prison system.
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Citizens Advice
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115-123 Pentonville Road,
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