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The article discusses the issue of third-party websites charging for government services that are actually free, such as obtaining deeds from the Land Registry or applying for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). These websites appear at the top of search results due to paid advertising, leading users to believe they are official government websites. This practice is prevalent in services like debt advice and passport renewals, costing consumers unnecessarily and diverting funds from legitimate charities.

Courtesy: metro.co.uk

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