Since devolution, some policies and services are different in Northern Ireland. The Northern Ireland Assembly and Northern Ireland Executive are responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Northern Ireland. The Northern Ireland Assembly was established as part of the Belfast Agreement (also known as the Good Friday Agreement) in […]
If you cannot get to work because of travel disruption, for example strike action, severe weather conditions or other major disruption, you need to find out what your rights are. Your employer might ask you to take a day’s annual leave or you could reach another agreement. If you cannot get to work because of […]
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Information on PDF files; what they are, how to open them and how to create them The PDF file format is a common internet file format (PDF stands for Portable Document Format). It’s used for electronic distribution because it faithfully preserves the look and feel of the original document complete with fonts, colours, images, and […]
If you’re on a low income, whether you’re working or not, and need financial help to pay your Council Tax bill, you may be able to get Council Tax Benefit. Find out more, including who is eligible and information about the Second Adult Rebate. To get an estimate of benefits that you may get (whether […]
If you are considering keeping pigs, even a micro pig, you need to understand the laws around feeding, tagging and moving them. Find out what you need to get started and how to keep your animals safe and healthy. Pigs need certain things to be comfortable. Before deciding to get pigs, consider whether you can […]
When you buy goods or services, the law gives you consumer rights. These protect you from being treated unfairly by a trader. You can find out your rights – and what action to take if things go wrong – on the Citizens Advice website. Citizens Advice is now the official, publicly funded consumer service for […]
Working in the public sector means working for the government. A wide range of careers are available in the public sector, such as nursing, teaching, the armed forces and the emergency services. The NHS is the largest employer in Europe, employing more than one million people. As well as doctors, nurses and medical staff, the […]
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Planning a day out for a disabled child isn’t always easy, as some venues can lack understanding or proper facilities. Before you leave, you may want to check the following things to make sure the day runs smoothly. Some venues and attractions are better than others at offering facilities and assistance – so it’s probably […]
If you believe you are being underpaid you can see your employer’s National Minimum Wage records, or ask HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to investigate for you. You can contact the Pay and Work Rights Helpline for free, confidential advice. You should start by trying to make sure you have calculated your pay correctly. Most […]
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Most parents send their child to school, but you do have the right to educate your child at home. As a parent, you must ensure your child receives a full-time education from the age of five. The facts about home education are: you do not need to be a qualified teacher to educate your child […]
Giving evidence in court as a victim or witness is an important part of the justice system. Find out what to do when you go to court, how trials work and what support is available. If you are a victim or witness of a crime, you might be asked to give evidence in court. You […]