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If you report child abuse to the police
The responsibilities of the police and their powers to take action if they're involved in investigating a case of child abuse
How bailiffs should treat you if you're vulnerable
Find out how bailiffs should treat you if you’re ‘vulnerable’ - including if you’re disabled, if you have a mental health problem or if you have young children.
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
Domestic violence and abuse - getting help
Organisations which give information and advice all aspects of domestic violence and abuse, rape and sexual assault
What's the public sector equality duty?
What the public sector equality duty is and how public authorities must comply with it to make sure no-one is disadvantaged by their policies or decisions
Claiming compensation if you were forced to have a prepayment meter
Find out if you can claim compensation if your energy supplier forced you onto a prepayment meter between 1 January 2022 and 31 January 2023
Who must comply with the public sector equality duty?
Lists the type of public authorities which must comply with the public sector equality duty. Also explains when private organisations or charities must comply, when carrying out public functions
Challenging a Housing Benefit decision
How to appeal if you've been refused Housing Benefit or your payments have been reduced