Official and legal correspondence
Official letters use formal language that rarely says plainly what is being asked. These guides translate the structure so you can find the request, the date and the reference.
Guides in this category
Understanding an official government letter
How to read letters from DWP, HMRC, DVLA, Home Office and other UK government departments. Plain-English guide from ClariDoc.
Read guideUnderstanding a legal letter
How to read a solicitor's letter or letter before action, what deadlines mean, and what to do next. Plain-English guide from ClariDoc.
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