GOV.UK — central access to free government services

GOV.UK is the official UK government website that provides free access to many public services and guidance, including checking eligibility for free childcare hours (15–30hrs), applying for free school meals, checking state pension forecasts, and accessing HMRC tax help. It is available to UK residents and anyone with UK entitlement; some services require you to sign in or provide personal details to confirm eligibility. Access the relevant service pages from the homepage and follow the step‑by‑step guidance or links to apply or contact the responsible department.