If I was told that Directgov had lost my data I could not exactly change to another VAT supplier.

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Gov.UK is replacing two existing websites, Directgov (for public services information) and Business Link (for business resources).

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The new online petition website, run by DirectGov, has replaced the former Downing Street online page.

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It urged motorists to check the actual record and full details on the VOSA website, accessed through Directgov.

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The aim is to shift content onto directgov, the British government's central information point, and to a sister site offering online public services to business.

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But that credit may not happen automatically and you would be wise to check with www.directgov.org.uk to find out what level of Basic State Pension you will be entitled to when you retire.

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But directgov has its critics too.

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