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Need an ETA to travel? It costs £16 to apply through the UK ETA app or GOV.UK website. Other websites may charge more.
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Travelling to Europe over Easter? You can no longer bring personal meat and dairy products from EU countries into GB. We’ve introduced these measures to protect farmers from the spread of foot and mouth disease. Find out more: gov.uk/bringing-food-into-gr…
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Visiting the UK? Eligible Europeans can now apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) and will need one to travel to the UK from 2 April 2025.

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⚠️ There have been misleading claims circulating about late filing penalties being cancelled. This is not true - file your Self Assessment tax return by 31 January to avoid penalties. Use our helpful online guidance, available 24/7, to get started. gov.uk/self-assessment-tax-r…
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You’ll need to bring photo ID to vote in person in the UK Parliamentary general election on 4 July. It must be the original version and NOT a photocopy or photo of the ID. Check if you have accepted ID, and apply for free voter ID if you don’t: electoralcommission.org.uk/v…
Accepted forms of photo ID

Accepted forms of photo ID

You need to show photo ID when voting at polling stations in some UK elections. Find out about the different types of photo ID accepted.

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The Civil Service has now entered the pre-election period. This will last until the General Election concludes. During this time there will be restrictions on communications activity and Government social media accounts will be quieter than usual.
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💸 You’ll receive a Cost of Living Payment of £300 between 10-19 November if you claim tax credits only and are eligible. 🚫 There’s no need to contact us or apply, and this will be paid automatically into your bank account. ℹ Check your eligibility below

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Millions in receipt of a qualifying DWP benefit will soon receive the second #CostOfLivingPayment for 2023/24, worth £300 Payments are automatic and will be made between 31 Oct and 19 Nov Find out what support is available to you gov.uk/government/news/secon… #HelpForHouseholds
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For more free and affordable events, take a look at our map: google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer…
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Warning: @homebargains has recalled 1.5 kg bags of Sci-Mx Nutrition Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour, best before date of March 2025, as it contains caffeine at levels that could be lethal. Do not consume this product, learn more: food.gov.uk/news-alerts/news… #ProductRecall
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ALT Product Recall - Sci-Mx Nutrition Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour (1.5 kg bag) on a white background.

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Not sure if you need to do a Self Assessment #taxreturn? You might need to if, for example, you are newly #selfemployed and have earned over £1,000. You can check if you need to complete a tax return by using our free online tool 👇

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@NHSuk14 Jun 2023
Heat exhaustion is a heat-related illness that can occur after you've been exposed to high temperatures. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or someone else shows signs of heat exhaustion. ⬇️

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This #NationalBloodWeek @GiveBloodNHS is appealing for people who are the giving type to come forward and give blood. You could help save up to 3 lives in an hour. Register today: blood.co.uk/
National blood week. Are you the giving type? Book now and blood.co.uk

ALT National blood week. Are you the giving type? Book now and blood.co.uk

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⚠️ Together with @metoffice we have issued a yellow heat-health alert for parts of England, from 9am on Fri 9 June to 9am on Mon 12 June. The regions included are London, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, South East & South West. Read more: bit.ly/3P8bXnk
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ALT Image shows a woman in the sunshine Text: Look out for people who might struggle to keep cool

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Could someone you know be eligible for #PensionCredit? They could be missing out on an average of £3,500 per year Talk to them about checking their eligibility online today Visit ow.ly/RyXF50NjOIp
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Are you eligible to claim for work expenses? It is quick and easy to claim a tax refund via our online portal and the only way to guarantee you will get 100% of the repayment. Visit GOV.UK for more information and to make a claim 👇 gov.uk/tax-relief-for-employ…
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@NHSuk17 May 2023
Around 1 in 4 adults in the UK have high blood pressure, but many don’t know it. It can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Find out how to get checked, understand what your numbers mean and how to manage your risk ➡️ nhs.uk/bloodpressure #WorldHypertensionDay
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ALT An image showing a gauge in four colours: purple, green, orange and red with a pointer to green. The text reads "Over 40? You need to know your blood pressure. Knowing your blood pressure numbers can help you to manage your risk." The NHS logo is in the top right hand corner.

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@NHSuk15 May 2023
It’s #DementiaActionWeek. A dementia diagnosis can come as a shock to the person with the condition and those around them. However, there are sources of help and support for everyone involved: nhs.uk/conditions/dementia/
An illustration of three people with a hand to their head to represent memory loss. The text reads "Dementia". The NHS logo is in the top right hand corner.

ALT An illustration of three people with a hand to their head to represent memory loss. The text reads "Dementia". The NHS logo is in the top right hand corner.

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Take a second glance; if something doesn't seem right, don't take a chance. Visit GOV.UK for advice on what to look out for and to report scams⬇️🔗 gov.uk/guidance/identify-hmr…
Some may seem comically amateur, but text and WhatsApp scams are no laughing matter. If you have any reason to doubt it, then always check it. Bro.

ALT Some may seem comically amateur, but text and WhatsApp scams are no laughing matter. If you have any reason to doubt it, then always check it. Bro.

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Joining the celebrations in London over the #CoronationWeekend? To help keep everyone safe, security and crowd control measures will be in place Stewards and police officers will also be on hand to assist you Read our advice to prepare for your visit 👇 coronation.gov.uk/staying-sa…
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