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See the list of applications to protect the geographical name of wine and aromatised wine in the UK.
Downloadable letters explaining UK laws and conventions on people's names and name changing.
Reusing a company name is prohibited and subject to specific restrictions.
Applications, changes and cancellations for consideration under the UK geographical indications (GI) schemes, how to object and appeal against decisions.
Find your local COVID-19 memorials.
The Permanent Committee on Geographical Names guidance for the proper writing of geographical names.
Report a missing or damaged street or road name sign to your local council
Application form PN1 for a search of the Index of Proprietors' Names.
Use a separate statement of objection form for each Japanese GI product name you object to.
Information and guidance for variations in names.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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