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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...
Use form NM04 to give notice of an unconditional change of name by the company members.
Use a separate statement of objection form for each Japanese GI product name you object to.
See the list of applications to protect the geographical name of a food, drink or agricultural product in Great Britain.
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.
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).
Complete form MSF 4741 to register changes to your ship's name or port of choice.
Information and guidance for variations in names.
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
The Company Names Tribunal practice direction provides the framework for the management of proceedings brought before the Tribunal.
Report a missing or damaged street or road name sign to your local council
Use this form to confirm that consent has been sought to use sensitive or restricted words in the company name.
Sets out the main requirements for incorporating a company in the UK.
Get help to classify edible vegetables, roots, tubers, herbs, spices, fruit, nuts and peel for import and export.
Tells HM Passport Office staff how to show uncommon names in passports.
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