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• Getting an online immigration status (eVisa)

  You should check if you can get online evidence of your immigration status - also called an ‘eVisa’. Find out more about getting an eVisa

• Work out how much compensation you could get for discrimination

  To work out how much you can ask for, you need to consider what a tribunal can order your employer to pay you if you win your discrimination claim

• Your notice period during dismissal

  Check your notice period and notice pay, including statutory notice, contractual notice, garden leave and pay in lieu of notice. Know how to claim wrongful dismissal if you aren't paid fully

• Problem with building work, decorating or home improvements

  What to do if you're not happy with building or home improvement work, what your rights are, what to say to the trader, how to take further action, where to get more help

• Getting on the waiting list for a council home

  Check if you can get on the waiting list and how to fill in your application. Check what happens when you're on the list

• State Pension

  Check how much State Pension you can get and how many qualifying years you need to get the full amount

• How Universal Credit is paid

  Find out how Universal Credit is paid. You'll usually get a single payment every month paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account

• 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

• Banking – security and fraud

  Protecting yourself from fraud. What to do if you've had money stolen, been a victim of fraud or identity theft or if you've lost your bank cards or details

• How to claim PIP if you have a terminal illness

  How to make a fast-track claim for Personal Independence Allowance (PIP) if you have a terminal illness