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My car has been broken into and I think whoever did it may have left fingerprints, what should I do?

If your car has been broken into then you should report the crime to your local police - most forces now have the facility to report it online. If you witness someone breaking into your car then ring 999, otherwise use the non-emergency 101 numb...

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Where can I get information about flooding?

The Environment Agency has information on flooding, including whether your home is at risk of flooding, how to prepare for a flood, and up to date flood warnings. The information can be found at: GOV.UK - Flooding and extreme weather There is a......

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I received a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) and paid the fine. I am currently filling out an application form for a DBS check. The form asks if I have any previous convictions, cautions or reprimands. Do I need to mention my FPN?

If you paid the fine without challenging it, this would not be classed as either a conviction or a caution. If you refused to pay the fine or challenged the Fixed Penalty Notice and, as a consequence of refusing to pay / challenging it, had to att......

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At what age can children be left home alone?

There is no minimum legal age for leaving a child home alone and it is down to the parent/guardian/carer to make that decision. Common sense would suggest that the child would have to be of an age where they could look after themselves, including ......

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