Government guidance and statutory entitlements on GOV.UK

GOV.UK is the single official government site listing statutory free entitlements and public services, including guidance on free childcare hours for eligible parents, free school meals for low-income households, and how to apply for local services. Eligibility depends on your circumstances, residency and income thresholds; the site links to application forms and local council contacts. Access by searching GOV.UK for the service you need (for example 'free childcare' or 'free school meals') and following the step-by-step guidance and links to your local authority.