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Decision for applicant Robert Masse against registration number 15301602, applicant successful.
Gerard Lemos, Luke Jensen and Melanie Moreland appointed to the National Savings & Investments Board
Gerard Lemos joined the HMPPS as Lead Non-Executive Board Member on 1 May 2018. Gerard is Chair of English Heritage, London Institute of Banking and Finance and Hofesh Shechter Dance Company. He is the author of many publications about social...
How to apply to protect a spirit drink name under the UK GI schemes.
To change your name or other personal details on your passport, send the standard passport application form with evidence about the change
See the list of applications to protect the geographical name of a food, drink or agricultural product in Great Britain.
Choose a unique name that people will remember when they want to make a donation or to volunteer.
List of applications to protect the geographical name of a spirit drink in Great Britain.
Spellings of country names as recommended by the Permanent Committee on Geographical Names (PCGN).
If you're the parent or guardian of a child aged 18 and under, use these forms to put their new name on public record by 'enrolling' it at the Royal Courts of Justice. Includes guidance note (for minors).
The Permanent Committee on Geographical Names guidance for the proper writing of geographical names.
Gerard Connell is Non-executive Director, Board to HM Land Registry. He has over 30 years executive experience in strategic, financial and operational roles in industry and the City at: Wincanton Unigate Bankers Trust Company Hill Samuel Bank Gerard’s current Non-executive...
Information and guidance for variations in names.
Find out who can search against the name of an owner of land or registered mortgages and how to do it (practice guide 74).
How to apply to protect a food, drink or agricultural product name under the UK GI schemes.
A deed poll recognises a change of name of an adult or child - make your own, use official forms, or get one through a specialist agency or solicitor
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.
Find schemes that have told HMRC they meet the conditions to be a recognised overseas pension scheme (ROPS).
A selection of websites compiled by the Permanent Committee on Geographical Names dealing with geographical names worldwide.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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