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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.
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Guidance on the use of names and titles of Queen Elizabeth II for memorialisation
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).
Sets out the main requirements for incorporating and naming a company in the UK, including business names and charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs).
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