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• Taking legal action about human rights

  Things to think about when taking legal action about a breach of human rights, covering who can take action, time limits, remedies and judicial review

• Law and courts

  Get advice on court claims, legal aid and legal documents such as wills

• If you think you've bought stolen goods

  If you've bought stolen goods you need to hand them in to the police. You should then be able to get a full refund. Don't return the item to the seller yourself

• Get airline compensation for lost or delayed luggage

  What to do if an airline loses your luggage, or it’s delayed - claiming on your travel insurance and getting compensation from the airline

• Subletting without your landlord’s permission

  Check what might happen if you sublet your home unlawfully, including eviction. Check the extra risks if you have a council or housing association home

• Solve an ongoing consumer problem with a business seller

  The steps you can take if you’ve approached a seller about a problem with a product or service and you’re not getting anywhere, including alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

• Check if you have the right to reside for benefits

  You might need to show you have a right to reside in the UK to claim some benefits. Find out what information you need and which benefits are affected

• Becoming a British citizen

  Check if you can apply for British citizenship - find out what you need to be eligible, and how long you have to live in the UK before applying