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Public sector equality duty - taking legal action
Things to think about when taking legal action against a public authority for failing to meet the public sector equality duty, covering judicial review, time limits and remedies
Payment of benefits and tax credits
Check how benefits and tax credits are paid - usually by direct credit transfer into bank, building society or Post Office card accounts. Find out about the Payment Exception Service if you can't use an account
Debt relief restrictions orders
Explains why you might have a debt relief restrictions order (DRRO) made against you if you did something against the rules when you applied for your DRO, or while the DRO is in force
Getting a job reference
What your employer can put in a reference, and what to do if they give you a bad reference or won’t give you a reference at all
Check if you're entitled to Attendance Allowance
You can claim Attendance Allowance to help you if you have an illness or disability. It can help you stay independent for longer. The money can be spent on anything
Help with filling in the DLA form for your child
Filling in the DLA form can be difficult for a parent - read our advice on how to fill in the DLA claim form.
Arranging financial support after you separate
If you're married or in a civil partnership, you can apply for financial support (‘spousal maintenance’) from your ex when you separate. Find out more about what you can get or need to pay
Who can inherit if there's no will
Information on who can and cannot inherit if someone dies without making a will. Covers married couples, civil partners, children and other relatives
Getting help for your child from your local council
What support is available for you and your family - including extra help if your child is a ‘child in need
Your notice period during redundancy
Find out what notice pay you get and how long your contractual or statutory notice period should be, including if you get garden leave or pay in lieu of notice