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Guidance on the use of names and titles of Queen Elizabeth II for memorialisation
Every .gov.uk domain needs a registrant. Find out what they do and who can be a registrant.
What is a public appointment and how to apply for one.
How to apply to remove a trustee’s legal name from public display on the charity register in England and Wales (known as a dispensation).
Incorporate a private limited company - register it with Companies House and rules on directors, shares, articles of association and telling HMRC about the company
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Thousands of offenders on community and suspended sentences will no longer be able to secretly change their name as part of tough new rules to protect the public.
Choose a unique name that people will remember when they want to make a donation or to volunteer.
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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...
How to register an overseas entity and its beneficial owners or managing officers, so it can buy, sell or transfer property or land in the UK.
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 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).
What to do when your .gov.uk domain name is approved.
Appoint a public official to act as executor of your estate if no one else can do it - the Public Trustee, Official Solicitor, fees, contact
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