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Advice - Consumer
Consumer Direct is a telephone and online consumer advice service, providing practical, impartial advice to help sort out problems and disagreements with suppliers of goods or services. Help and advice is offered to every single consumer in Great Britain who is buying or has bought goods or services.
The FSA aims to maintain efficient, orderly and clean financial markets and help retail consumers achieve a fair deal.
This site provides a wealth of information for consumers and businesses, schools, advice and information centres, community organisations, local councils, business support agencies and trade associations.
Advice - Legal
The Children's Legal Centre is a unique, independent national charity concerned with law and policy affecting children and young people. The Children's Legal Centre has many years of experience in providing legal advice and representation to children, their carers and professionals throughout the UK.
Community Justice is part of the Government's agenda to tackle anti social behaviour and the crime associated with it, making life better for everyone.
The leading law portal in the UK providing legal documents and services for English law.
Providing information and resources for people working to reduce crime in their local areas.
Crimestoppers is an independent UK-wide charity working to stop crime. Crimestoppers works for you, your family and your community. Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Her Majesty's Courts Service (HMCS) is an executive agency of the Department for Constitutional Affairs (DCA).
The Crown Prosecution Service is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases investigated by the police in England and Wales.
UK Deed Poll provides extensive information on changing your name by Deed Poll.
Information on the HM Prison Service, careers and services
LCCS is a project that aims to raise awareness of the effectiveness of community-based sentences. It does this by giving interactive, case-study-based presentations to local community groups.
Information on how to become a magistrate.
Crime is a complex issue and it demands comprehensive and complex solutions. The National Probation Service (NPS) is a major component in reducing crime.
Neighbourhood Watch is a partnership where people come together to make their communities safer. It involves the Police, Community Safety departments of local authorities, other voluntary organisations and, above all, individuals and families who want to make their neighbourhoods better places to live.
This site provides links to Official Police Forces - both regional and non-regional - and related organisations.
Guidelines on sentencing.
Victim Support is the independent charity which helps people cope with the effects of crime.
The Youth Justice Board for England and Wales (YJB) oversees the youth justice system in England and Wales.
Advice and Benefits
Age Concern is the UK's largest organisation working with and for older people. They provide vital local services as well as influencing public opinion and government. Every day they are in touch with thousands of older people enabling them to make more of life.
The Appeals Service was formally launched on 3rd April 2000. The Service arranges and hears appeals on decisions on Social Security, Child Support, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Vaccine Damage, Tax Credit and Compensation Recovery, Child Tax Credit and Pensions Credit
This site provides comprehensive information about Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance. Find out if you qualify and at what rate you are likely to be paid. Contains guidance on application, how the Department of Work and Pensions make decisions about Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance, and more.
The Citizens Advice Bureau Service offers free, confidential, impartial and independent advice. From its origins in 1939 as an emergency service during World War II, it has evolved into a professional national agency.
The Inland Revenue is here to ensure that everyone understands and receives what they are entitled to and understands and pays what they owe, so that everyone contributes to the UK's needs.
Arts, Museums & Galleries
Business
Business Finder UK serves the UK public by providing Free Business Listing, Free Business Searches, Free Classifieds and Free Business Cards.
Business link is a business support, advice and information service managed by the DTI, with local presence across England.
Central Government
This site's purpose is to promote the UK overseas, communicate Government news and information, explain the role and history of Number 10 as a building, and the office of Prime Minister as an institution.
The Cabinet Office's role is to support the Government's delivery and reform programme.
CJS Online has been developed as part of modernising government agenda, to establish a consolidated criminal justice system (CJS) presence on the Internet and reflect the continued commitment to deliver quality services which reflect both the citizens' needs and those working within the CJS.
The Department For Constitutional Affairs are responsible in government for upholding justice, rights and democracy. They aim to empower citizens to obtain justice, safeguard their rights, and participate in a transparent and accountable democratic process.
Defra (the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) was created in June 2001 * to drive forward the Government's programmes on the environment, food and rural affairs. They work for the essentials of life - food, air, land, water, people, animals and plants. Their remit is the pursuit of sustainable development - weaving together economic, social and environmental concerns.
Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publications
The Department for International Development (DFID) was established in 1997, as the successor to the Overseas Development Administration, previously part of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO).
The Department for Transport's objective is to oversee the delivery of a reliable, safe and secure transport system that responds efficiently to the needs of individuals and business whilst safeguarding our environment.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for the Government's welfare reform agenda. Its aim is to promote opportunity and independence for all. It delivers support and advice through a modern network of services to people of working age, employers, pensioners, families and children and disabled people.
The DTI drives the Government's ambition of 'prosperity for all' by working to create the best environment for business success in the UK. They help people and companies become more productive by promoting enterprise, innovation and creativity.
The European Union (EU) is a family of democratic European countries, committed to working together for peace and prosperity. It is not a State intended to replace existing states, but it is more than any other international organisation. Its Member States have set up common institutions to which they delegate some of their sovereignty so that decisions on specific matters of joint interest can be made democratically at European level.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office provides a range of essential services to the public - from advising British travellers to issuing UK visas and promoting trade and investment opportunities overseas.
HMSO delivers a wide range of services to the public, information industry and government relating to access and re-use of government information.
HM Customs and Excise is a Government department with responsibility for collecting billions of pounds in revenue each year in VAT, other taxes and customs duties. We also have a vital front-line role in protecting our society from illegal imports of drugs, alcohol and tobacco smuggling and tax fraud.
HM Treasury aims to raise the rate of sustainable growth and achieve rising prosperity and a better quality of life, with economic and employment opportunities for all.
The Home Office is the Government department responsible for internal affairs in England and Wales.
This site provides the first one-stop portal for local authorities to get quick and easy access to information they need on the web sites of central government departments, agencies and public bodies.
The purpose of the Ministry of Defence, and the Armed Forces, is to defend the United Kingdom, and Overseas Territories, our people and interests; act as a force for good by strengthening international peace and security.
The Office Of The Deputy Prime Minister was created as a central department in its own right in May 2002. It is responsible for policy on housing, planning, devolution, regional and local government and the fire service. It also takes responsibility for the Social Exclusion Unit, the Neighbourhood Renewal Unit and the Government Offices for the Regions.
This website highlights the many steps taken to give more accountable Government, enable Parliament to hold the executive to account and to provide the lively debate that every good democracy needs.
The Privy Council is one of the oldest parts of Government, but it has, over time, adapted to reflect the fact that the United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy. Appointment to the Privy Council is for life, but only Ministers of the democratically elected Government of the day participate in its policy work.
The Regulatory Impact Unit (RIU) is based at the centre of Government in the Cabinet Office. Its role is to work with other government departments, agencies and regulators to help ensure that regulations are fair and effective. Regulations protect people at work, consumers and the environment, but it is important to strike the right balance so that they do not impose unnecessary burdens on businesses or stifle growth.
The Official Documents website contains a selection of Government titles covering a very broad range of topics including the economy, work and welfare, health, transport and the environment.
The official website of the British Monarchy.
The Office of the e-Envoy is part of the Prime Minister's Delivery and Reform team based in the Cabinet Office. The primary focus of the Office of the e-Envoy is to improve the delivery of public services and achieve long term cost savings by joining-up online government services around the needs of customers. The e-Envoy is responsible for ensuring that all government services are available electronically by 2005 with key services achieving high levels of use.
The United Kingdom Passport Service (UKPS) site aims to assist new applicants and existing passport holders by providing information and online facilities for all aspects of application, renewal and amendments of passports for British nationals resident in the UK.
This is the website of the Civil Contingencies Secretariat in the Cabinet Office. It provides links to government and non-government sources on a wide variety of emergencies and crises that can affect the UK, plus emergency planning guidance and government information.
UK Trade & Investment's trade services offer support to companies based in the UK to achieve their export potential.
Charity Commission
The Charity Commission is established by law as the regulator and registrar for charities in England and Wales. Our aim is to provide the best possible regulation of charities in England and Wales in order to increase charities' effectiveness and public confidence and trust.
Community, People and Living
Awards for All is a Lottery grants scheme aimed at local communities, awarding grants of between £500 and £5,000 in a simple and straightforward way. Awards for All can fund projects that enable people to take part in art, sport, heritage and community activities, as well as projects that promote education, the environment and health in the local community.
Crimestoppers operates across the UK to help identify, prevent, solve and reduce crime. This invaluable community service enables anyone with details of criminal activity to pass them on anonymously, without fear of exposure or retribution.
Stop a fire happening in your home. These webpages explain what to do, what to check and what to avoid doing.
Council and Democracy
Audit Commission is an independent public body responsible for ensuring that public money is spent economically, efficiently, and effectively in the areas of local government, housing, health, criminal justice and fire and rescue services.
You can use this website to make a complaint to the Ombudsman or to find out more about the Ombudsmen's work.
An independent body that was set up by the UK Parliament in November 2000. It's aim is to increase public confidence in the democratic process within the United Kingdom - and encourage people to take part - by modernising the electoral process, promoting public awareness of electoral matters, and regulating political parties.
Development and Planning Services
Local Authority Building Control (LABC) is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in building design and construction. LABC is a publicly accountable, independent building control provider. Our aim is to assist you in producing high quality buildings that meet the minimum requirements of the Building Regulations in a time scale which keeps your costs to a minimum.
Building Regulations Division deals with Building Regulations, which ensure the health and safety of people in and around buildings by providing functional requirements for building design and construction. The regulations also promote energy efficiency in buildings and contribute to meeting the needs of disabled people.
This website provides information on all aspects of planning and building control, including building regulations, listings of Council Planning Offices and local relevant services and suppliers.
The Land Registry guarantee the title to registered land in England and Wales and hold records for land ownership and interests.
The Planning Inspectorate's main work is the processing of planning and enforcement appeals and holding inquiries into local development plans. They also deal with a wide variety of other planning related casework including listed building consent appeals, advertisement appeals, and reporting on planning applications.
The Planning Portal offers a wide range of services and guidance on the planning system.
Disabled Services
Promotes awareness of the rights and responsibilities of deaf people.
UK Government site with comprehensive information on disability legislation and issues.
The Disability Access Charter monitors and advises on services and facilities for disabled people in all kinds of venues from major factories and exhibition centres to health trusts and housing associations.
Promotes a society where all disabled people can participate fully as equal citizens.
Advice and support for people with Down's Syndrome, their families and carers.
A leading national charity working for deaf people.
Education
Bullying Online was founded in April 1999 by Liz Carnell and her son John, as a direct result of their experience of dealing with school bullying. They decided to share their knowledge with other parents and pupils and identified the Internet as the most cost effective medium. Bullying Online became a UK-registered charity in May 2000 and has four trustees.
Curriculum Online is central to the Government's drive to transform teaching and learning in schools by improving access to ICT and multimedia resources for all pupils. This website exists to bring teaching professionals and multimedia resources together. It offers an easy, pinpoint searching through multimedia resources, aligned with the curriculum of subjects taught in schools in England.
The Department for Education and Skills was established with the purpose of creating opportunity, releasing potential and achieving excellence for all.
Developed by the Department of Education and Skills (DfES), and partner organisations, way to learn is a web portal for adult learners. The portal pulls together, in one convenient place, links to all the information that adult learners may need. This will help you make better-informed decisions about learning.
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.
Ofsted is a non-ministerial government department established under the Education (Schools) Act 1992 to take responsibility for the inspection of all schools in England. Its role also includes the inspection of local education authorities, teacher training institutions and youth work. During 2001, Ofsted became responsible for inspecting all 16-19 education and for the regulation of early years childcare, including childminders.
Resources for advisers, students and everyone involved in education, training and communities. Help with choosing, financing and supporting your education, training, lifelong learning, career planning and jobsearch.
UCAS is the central organisation that processes applications for full-time undergraduate courses at UK universities and colleges.
Emergencies
This website includes the common sense advice found in the Preparing for Emergencies booklet, and information on what the government is doing to protect the country as a whole.
Environment
The Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM), is the professional body which represents over 6,000 waste management professionals - predominantly in the UK but also overseas. The CIWM sets the professional standards for individuals working in the waste management industry and has various grades of membership determined by education, qualification and experience.
The leading public body responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales.
Advice regarding fox nuisance
Health
Bucks Mind is a registered UK charity. Involved in the promotion of good mental health, and the provision of services in Aylesbury, High Wycombe and throughout Buckinghamshire. As well as details about our services and all other services in Bucks, visitors will find a mental health news portal, mental health information resources, and fun and games pages.
Britain's Health and Safety Commission (HSC) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in Britain.
The Health Protection Agency is a new national organisation for England and Wales. It is dedicated to protecting people's health and reducing the impact of infectious diseases, chemical hazards, poisons and radiation hazards. It brings together the expertise of health and scientific professionals.
Find Health Services in your area.
NHS Direct operates a 24-hour nurse advice and health information service, providing confidential information on what to do if you or your family are feeling ill; particular health conditions; local healthcare services, such as doctors, dentists or late night opening pharmacies, self help and support organisations.
This site connects you to your local NHS services and provides national information about the NHS. Find out what the NHS is, how the NHS works, and how you can use it.
Health and Social Care
Al-Anon Family Groups provide understanding, strength and hope to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else's drinking.
As part of the National Childcare Strategy, ChildcareLink aims to help people back into the workplace by removing the childcare barrier. The ChildcareLink service is funded by the Department for Education and Skills and the Scottish Executive.
The Commission for Social Care Inspection is the single, independent inspectorate for social care in England. Bringing together the inspection, regulation and review of all social care services, the Commission for Social Care Inspection's primary function is to promote improvements in social care.
The website provides a huge counselling support network, enabling those in distress to find a counsellor close to them and appropriate for their needs
Family Rights Group (FRG) was established as a registered charity in 1974 to provide advice and support for families whose children are involved with social services. FRG works to improve the services received by these families.
The UK's leading site for disabled and elderly people, carers and healthcare professionals, with information, news, views and products.
Mencap is the UK's leading learning disability charity working with people with a learning disability and their families and carers. Mencap offers information and advice on a range of learning disability issues, provide support, including housing, education, employment and leisure activities and campaign to bring about positive changes in the people's lives.
Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide.
Housing
The Abbeyfield Society is a UK-wide volunteer-led charity providing housing with care for older people.
Anchor Trust is a not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to helping older people to live safely, securely and independently with a choice of services to suit all needs.
Help with moving and information on renting, swapping and shared ownership.
Join the FREE online Forum of Council Exchanges, add your Home to the Council Exchange Community, view Exchanges and reply to ones of interest.
English Churches Housing Group is one of the country's largest housing associations, providing homes for over 26,000 people through a range of affordable general needs, sheltered and supported housing services. Working in 168 different local authorities, it has established a positive reputation for working in partnership with other agencies.
Housing 21 has more than 35 years experience providing services for older people. They currently provide sheltered housing to nearly 16,000 older people and make around 2 million home care visits a year.
A UK Housing Association & Local Authority Information Directory. Home of the AddressBook, a standalone database of HA & LA contact information for list building.
Shelter is a national organisation with local solutions working to improve the lives of homeless and badly housed people. They provide free, professional and independent advice to over 100,000 people each year throughout England and Scotland.
Tenancy Agreement Service is a legal information resource providing information on aspects of housing law in England ans Wales. The site focuses primarily on the obligations and rights of both landlords and tenants in Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreements.
Jobs and Careers
Bringing the job market directly to your desktop, Charityjobs is the UK's premier Charity job site for those looking for Charity work across the UK and Europe.
13-19? Living in England? If you want information and advice designed just for you, or just someone to talk to, then Connexions has it all - and if you're 16 why not sign up for an exclusive Connexions Card?
A jobsite dedicated to helping students and young people find work. Bringing you the latest student jobs, part time jobs, temporary jobs, internships and graduate jobs and the best deals for students.
The original, award-winning UK job search and jobs by email service. Want to find your next job as quickly and easily as possible? Start searching for jobs now with Jobsite and send your CV straight to the top recruitment agencies and employers in your sector.
MyJobGroup Ltd is the fastest growing network of regional jobsites in the UK, with over 90 local websites offering tens of thousands of vacancies online. There are 45 local Jobsites covering the whole of the South West including Hampshire, London, Middlesex, Sussex and more.
UK charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working.
TipTopJob is a generic jobsite that covers over 35 industry sectors. Search and apply for jobs online.
Worktrain is part of the Department for Work and Pensions. The Worktrain website provides job, training, learning and career profile searches and related information.
Leisure and Culture
English Heritage make sure that the historic environment of England is properly maintained and cared for. By employing some of the country's very best architects, archaeologists and historians, English Heritage aim to help people understand and appreciate why the historic buildings and landscapes around them matter.
On this page you will find 100's of links to UK web pages which detail 1000's of on-line walking routes, hiking trails, route directions, route maps etc.
Local Businesses
Sales, service and repairs to all mobility equipment
All Ways Pacific is a specialist travel agent to New Zealand, Australia & the Pacific Islands. They operate tailor made holidays and escorted tours.
Personal Car Registration Numbers
Amersham Angling Centre offers the finest range of fishing tackle, bait and clothing for the coarse, game and sea angler.
Chiropractic treatment of backpain, neckpain, Sciatica any joint pain or stiffness, headaches
New and used Kia car sales
Amersham Outdoor Sports caters for a wide range of all season performance clothing and equipment for the outdoor enthusiast, from mountain to country, walking to camping, or for travel and lifestyle.
Bathroom retail large showroom 30 displays
Aston Hearing Services Ltd is an independent, private hearing aid practice. We dispence hearing instruments and noies protection devices.
Supplier of printed latex and foil balloons and other promotional products for events, advertising and charities.
At Baigent we are experts in the design and development of highly successful websites that enable businesses and charities like yours to build awareness, deliver services and raise income.
Bairstow Eves is one of the UK's top three estate agency brands with over 300 branches countrywide
Web design and development, Sales presentations, Online marketing, Online Games Multimedia production, Music and sound design
At Binarylab we combine strong design and technical skills with an excellent understanding of both the clients and the end-users needs
Stocking a wide range of artists, designers and craft materials. Other branches are in Gerrards Cross, Maidenhead and Uxbridge.
Publisher of travel guides.
Savings accounts including ISAs, postal accounts, Junior Saver account, notice, bond and tracker accounts. Mortgages including discounted rate products.
Chairs to help maximise support and minimise back strain
Equestrian equipment
An independent family firm offering high quality carpet, wood, laminate, vinyl, curtains, blinds, wallpaper - friendly advice and keen prices. Try us!
An independent family firm offering high quality furniture: suites, chairs, tables, furniture, beds - friendly advice and keen prices
We provide a professional service to both clients & candidates. Commercial, Industrial & Driving positions - temporary or permanent.
Duco personnel are an independant recuitment agency who have been established since 1968. They successfully supply permanent and temporary workers to local businesses for commercial, office, technical, industrial, catering and IT vacancies. They also offer training on MS office packages.
Contemporary, traditional and bespoke Lighting Specialist. Visit us for an exclusive range of lighting, fittings and accessories
Fairweather Insurance has been established in Chesham since 1986 and deal with all types of household, private car, commercial vehicle, commercial, shop, and travel insurance.
Dealers of lawn mowers, Ride On mowers, Hedgecutters and all other types of Garden machinery
Design, supply, installation, of Domestic Sewage Treatment Systems
Business Advisers Accountants Tax Consultants & Registered Auditors
At Highwire we write and design marketing materials for industry and business. Our websites and brochures are easy to use, highly cost effective and will directly meet your business objectives
Houses2own is an independent Internet based Residential Estate Agency
HR Consultancy, Policies and Procedures
Specialists in the sales and lettings of residential property. Also offer a comprehensive property management service and independent mortgage advice.
Residential Sales, Conveyancing, Mortgages, Surveys
Residential Sales, Lettings, Property Development Planning and Financial Services.
Provider of complete on-line HR policies and procedures, a comprehensive HR database, unlimited advice and a free bespoke employment contract, ensuring that your business is employment law compliant.
Industrial design, product design and product development, user interface design.
Bed and Breakfast in Old Amersham, with only a 15 minute walk to Amersham Train Station.
MOT Testing Servicing & Repairs To All Makes & Models
IT Management Services for Small Businesses
Business IT support Services, Web development (HTML, PHP & Javascript) and Database development
Ridgeway Furnishings manufacture the following products, made up in customers own fabrics.
An Indian Restaurant serving authentic Indian dishes
We supply and fit carpets, laminates, vinyls, wood floors and rugs. We also offer an extensive range of blinds and made to measure curtains and fabrics. Free parking at rear of showroom
Stockists of Vodafone, Orange, T-Mobile, O2 and 3 contract and pay as you go mobile phones.
Holistic Chinese Medicine for Health & Beauty.
A 16th century public house we serve food lunch and evenings, have a function room and supply a high quality bed and breakfast accommodation.
Over 30 Superb Group Exercise Classes including, Yoga, Body Pump, Spin, Pilates, Step, Body Combat, and Aerobics
Bright and beautiful Latin American crafts and gifts, with all sales helping The Toybox Charity in its mission to rescue street children in Latin America
Presentation skills training - open courses and in-house training available for effective and confident presentations.
Custom built computer systems
We can supply or advise on everything you need to know to start up a new business. Friendly advice, Marketing, Brochures, Office services, useful contacts and organisations.
Olympics
Official web site of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Sport
This website allows you to search for sports facilities anywhere in England by a number of different ways. You can browse an interactive map of the country, search for facilities in your local area, use the name and address of a specific facility to find out more information.
Transport and Streets
Airport Parking Discounts is an online booking agency with car parks at 25 UK Airports.
The Highways Agency is an Executive Agency of the Department for Transport (DfT), and is responsible for operating, maintaining and improving the strategic road network in England on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport. They have a major role in delivering the Government's Ten Year Plan for Transport. They also fulfil an international role by building good working relationships and sharing experience and expertise with other overseas road administrations. This helps promote the value of UK knowledge, expertise and best practice across the world to support UK industry.
The UK's largest scheduled coach company.
A new service that promises to find you a competitive quote for your airport parking.
A service which provides impartial journey planning information about all public transport services - buses, coaches, trains, ferries, trams, metro and underground - throughout England, Wales and Scotland. At present it offers information based on details in published timetables.
Utilities
BT is a UK wide communications solutions provider with a global reach in the business market.
A new distribution business combining Midlands Electricity and East Midlands Electricity, bringing power to 4.8 million customers across the East and West Midlands.
National Grid own the electricity transmission network in England and Wales and operate the entire transmission system throughout Great Britain.
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