📓 Chapter 5: The UK Government, the Law and Your Role

5.6.2 Being a good neighbour

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Being a good neighbour is an important part of community life in the UK. This includes being considerate about noise levels, keeping your property tidy, and being friendly and helpful. If you have a dispute with a neighbour, it is best to try to resolve it through discussion. If that fails, you can use a mediation service. Local councils can also help with issues such as noise complaints and anti-social behaviour.

Key Facts

  • Be considerate about noise, keep property tidy, be friendly
  • Resolve disputes through discussion or mediation
  • Councils help with noise complaints and anti-social behaviour
Being a good neighbour
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