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  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
  • myUKinfo - All you need to know about living and working in the UK
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FAQ's about Family Issues

Here you will find frequently asked questions about family issues.

Where can I find a nursery, primary or secondary school in my area for my children?

For information on finding and choosing a school for your child:

Visit the "Choosing a School" page in myUKinfo.

I need help paying for childcare, what can I do?

If you work and need help paying for childcare, you may be eligible for benefits to help pay for your chilcare.  For more information on help paying for childcare:

Visit the "Financial Help" page in the Childcare section of myUKinfo.

How do I register my child in a school?

Once you have chosen a school for your child, you will need to register.  All schools have admission criteria and you will usually you will have to complete an application.  For more information on registering your child in a school:

Visit the DirectGov website: Applying for a school place.  

Where can I get information on improving my English and taking ESOL courses?

There are many places that offer ESOL courses.  Your local college or even your local council may offer courses.  For more information on where to find ESOL courses to improve your English:

Visit the "Improving My English" section in myUKinfo.

How do I register the birth of a baby in the UK?

For information on registering the birth of a baby in the UK:
 

I want to get married in the UK, what do I do? 

If you want to have a religious marriage ceremony, you can usually get married in a church or any other religious building registered for marriage. If you want to have a civil marriage or partnerships, you can usually attend a register office. There are legal requirements you will need to complete when you get married or have a civil partnership such as giving notice or registering the marriage. Visit the websites below for more information on getting married or registering a marriage or civil partnership in the UK.
 
If you live in England or Wales:
 
 
If you live in Northern Ireland:
 
 
If you live in Scotland:
 

How do I register a death in the UK?

It is important to register a death as soon as possible. 
 
If you live in England or Wales you usually need to register the death within 5 days,
 
 
If you live in Northern Ireland you need to register a death no later than 5 days with the registrar in the district in which the person died, or in the district in which the person normally lived.
 
 
If you live in Scotland you need to register a death within 8 days by the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages in any registration district in Scotland:
 
Visit the General Register Office in Scotland website for information on registering a death.

 

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