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This page gives you information about the local land charges service we provide. What a local authority search is When buying a property or a piece of land, your solicitor will submit a local land cha

The council is warning residents to be on their guard after a spate of scams, which are often but not always about council tax. Scam emails In summer 2025 many councils reported incidents of res

Information for members of the public The Welfare Rights Service gives free, confidential expert benefits advice. We help to make sure that people are getting the right benefits from the Department fo

If you have any questions about Blue Badges please see our frequently asked questions below. How long does a Blue Badge last for? A badge is issued for a maximum of three years. Badges can end soo

As a local authority, we have a duty to review your child's statement at least once a year. Your child's school will arrange the review meeting. If it needs to be, it can be reviewed more regularly.

Types of application that require this information: Residential Residential development (new or conversions) where ten or more units are created New build or conversion to student accommodation where

Swinton has plenty to celebrate and has the potential to be one of the best places to live in Greater Manchester. Local people have told us they want to see a more vibrant Swinton, with more going on

Your right to know The Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2000 entitles anybody to ask a public authority in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, including Government departments, for any recorded infor

You will need a licence to run a market or a car boot sale in Salford. What is a car boot sale and what can and can’t be sold? Car boot sales are held in a variety of locations in Salford, such

From energy bills to food prices, ongoing rises in the cost of living can be a huge challenge for you and your household but there is a wide range of support available. We know that winter months c