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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...
Reusing a company name is prohibited and subject to specific restrictions.
Tell HMRC about changes to your business - a change of name, address, legal structure or business activity
You must tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) if you change your name,…
You must tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) if certain things about your…
See the list of applications to protect the geographical name of a food, drink or agricultural product in Great Britain.
Use a separate statement of objection form for each Japanese GI product name you object to.
How Business e-services customers can complete an e-CON application to change the name of a register proprietor through the portal.
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.
Letters explaining UK laws about naming children and changing your name. Sometimes called information notes.
protected food name with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)
Application form PN1 for a search of the Index of Proprietors' Names.
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