Official guidance and entitlements on GOV.UK

GOV.UK publishes authoritative, free guidance about statutory entitlements and public services — for example eligibility and how to apply for 15–30 hours of funded childcare, free school meals for eligible pupils, benefits, and state pension forecasts — and links to the right local and national forms and contacts. Anyone living in the UK can use the site to check eligibility rules, download application forms or apply online where available, and it signposts local council services if you need in-person support.