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Choose a unique name that people will remember when they want to make a donation or to volunteer.
We deal with complaints about cases where a company name is registered for the primary purpose of preventing someone else with legitimate interest from registering it, or demanding payment from them to release it. Company Names Tribunal works with the...
If you're 18 or over, use these forms to put your new name on public record by ‘enrolling’ your deed poll at the Royal Courts of Justice. Includes guidance.
To start a charity you need trustees, to choose a business structure, decide suitable charitable purposes and you may have to register with the Charity Commission
Decision for applicant Lego Juris A/S and Lego Company Limited against registration number 14975796, applicant successful.
Nominate someone for an honour or bravery award (called a gallantry award), read the New Year honours list - BEMs, MBEs, OBEs, knighthoods, outstanding achievements and contributions to public life.
Report a missing or damaged street or road name sign to your local council
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to show uncommon names in passports.
Guidance on naming community events, projects and buildings to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee.
Tells HM Passport Office staff about names that cannot be used in passports.
Policy and guidance on the handling of requests from prisoners to change their name.
Tells HM Passport Office staff about the names we use in passports.
Find out which businesses have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and what they are pledging to do to support you and your family.
Decision for applicant Lifestory Group Limited against registration number 14694241, applicant successful.
Tells HM Passport Office staff about our names policy.
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