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• Female genital mutilation (FGM)

  Female genital mutilation (FGM) is sometimes called 'female genital cutting' or 'female circumcision'. It's a criminal offence in the UK to carry out FGM

• Taking action about human rights

  Things to think about before taking action about a breach of human rights, including checking a breach took place and choosing the best course of action for you

• Report fake or counterfeit goods

  You have the legal right to a refund if you’ve bought something that’s fake or counterfeit - how to claim, reporting traders.

• Your right to a fair trial

  Explains how the right to a fair trial is protected by article 6 of the Human Rights Act 1998 and the types of criminal and civil hearings or proceedings that are covered by the article

• If you've been accused of child abuse

  What to do if you are accused of abusing or neglecting a child, including the importance of seeking legal advice.

• Get help with discrimination at work

  Where to get help if you're being discriminated against by your employer, a company you used to work for or one you applied for a job

• Going to court without a solicitor or barrister

  If you’re going to a tribunal or court without a lawyer, find out where to get help to represent yourself and what a McKenzie Friend, the Support Through Court or an interpreter can do

• An insurer approaches you to settle a claim

  What to think about before taking up an offer to settle a claim directly from another insurer

• Check what it might cost to make an employment tribunal claim

  Find out what costs you can get if you win, how to reduce your chances of being asked to pay costs if you lose, how to ask for a costs or preparation time order

• If you get a letter saying you’ve broken a bankruptcy rule

  Find out what to do if you get a letter about a bankruptcy offence or a bankruptcy restrictions order