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Going to court
Introduction Going to court, particularly for the first time, can be a rather daunting experience. There is a number of […]
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Member of Parliament
The rules about becoming an MP are less restrictive to those that apply to standing for election as a local […]
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Becoming a solicitor
Aim of this page This page aims to set out the route to becoming a solicitor and the likely obstacles […]
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Private-rented housing
Top tips Private landlords look for tenants who can pay the rent and who will be decent tenants Private rented […]
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Spent and unspent convictions – when you might have to disclose them
Aim This page provides a simple overview of the practical ways that convictions might come up in day-to-day life, and […]
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Travelling to Japan
Aim of this page The aim of this page is to set out the entry requirements for travelling to Japan […]
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Identifying whether your offence is a Crime Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT)
This is a short information page about moral turpitude. The aim of this page is to set out a list […]
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Travelling to New Zealand
Do I need a visa? You may need a Visitor Visa if you intend to stay temporarily in New Zealand. […]
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How employers should handle certificate information
This section will explain what employers should do when they receive information on a criminal record check. Using disclosed information […]
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Travelling to the US – Do I need a visa?
Aim of this page This section looks at the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) and sets out how to determine whether […]
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Criminal records and credit ratings
Introduction The majority of lenders use credit reference agencies to share factual information with each other about the credit their […]
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When and how to disclose to employers
Aim of this information The aim of this information is to assist you in applying for jobs when you have […]
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What will be disclosed on a standard or enhanced check?
Aim of this information Some jobs and courses are ‘exempt’ (i.e. not covered) by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, which means […]
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Getting a reference from a previous employer
Aim of this information This information aims to set out what legal obligations a previous employer has when providing you […]
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Court fine
Who is it issued by and how can I contact them? Issued by the court – contact the relevant court. […]
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Housing associations
Top tips Councils have lists of the housing associations with properties in the area Local councils usually have rights to […]
