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A CV in United Kingdom
What official sources say about the length, personal details and language of a CV for United Kingdom.
Length
No more than two sides of A4, according to the official job help service.
Personal details
The National Careers Service says not to include your age, date of birth or whether you're married. The Equality Act 2010 protects those characteristics against discrimination in employment.
Language
English is the usual expectation. Welsh also has official status in Wales, so it depends on the posting.
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