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Adjudicator
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This word implies the same or similar status of an official ombudsman and therefore an implied connection with a government or representative body. Support should be obtained from the appropriate government or representative body.
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Alba
Registered names only
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Scottish Executive, a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Scotland.
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Albannach
Registered names only
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Scottish Executive, a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Scotland.
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Association
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To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee with each member having one vote, and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association.
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Auditor General
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This implies a connection with the National, Welsh, Scottish or Northern Ireland Audit Offices.
Registered office in England:
To use this word you must obtain the written support of
Comptroller & Auditor General
Corporate Secretariat
National Audit Office
157-159 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SP
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Registered office in Wales:
To use this word you must obtain the written support of
Wales Audit Office
24 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9L
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Registered office in Scotland
To use this word you must obtain the written support of
Audit Scotland
The Secretary
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH
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Northern Ireland:
To use this word you must obtain the written support of
Northern Ireland Audit Office
106 University Street
Belfast
BT7 1EU
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Authority
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To use this word the company must be either:
- A governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity (for
example sport or religion), trade, business, profession; or
A body with recognised expertise.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. Any applicant should produce evidence of support from a government or other representative body.
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Benevolent
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The name will normally be refused if it wongly implies that the company has charitable status. If the company is limited by guarantee and has a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association the name will normally be approved.
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Board
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To use this word the company must be:
- a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business, profession; or
- an independent advisory body; or
- a deliberative assembly.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government Department or other representative body.
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Britain
Breatainn
Bhreatainn
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If you wish to use either "Britain" or "Great Britain" at the start of the company name or either "of Britain" or "of Great Britain" at the end of the name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and the word is qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Approval is not required for GB.
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British
Breatannach
Bhreatanach
Bhreatanaich
Breatannaich
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
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Cenedlaethol
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Use of this word implies a connection with a governing body such as the Welsh Assembly or an advisory, supervisory or representative body.
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Chamber of
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The use of this word implies representative status such as that associated with a Chamber of Commerce or Trade. To use this word you would normally need to obtain written support to from these or other representative body
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Charter
Chartered
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Names that include these words will be refused if they unjustifiably give the impression that the company has a Royal Charter. If the words are used to qualify a profession, we will seek the advice of the appropriate governing body before considering whether to give approval.
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Commission
Comisiwn
Gomisiwn
Chomisiwn Coimisean
Choimisean
Coimisein
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a:
- a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business, profession; or
- an independent advisory body; or
- a deliberative assembly.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a government department or other representative body.
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Co-operative
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To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee with each member having one vote, and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association. However, a company limited by shares may also be permitted to use 'co-operative' in its name in some circumstances. If this applies to your company please provide further information about why you wish to use this word.
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Council
Cyngor
Gyngor
Chyngor
Comhairle
Chomhairle
Comhairlean
Chomhairlean
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To use this word the company must be:
- a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade,
business, profession; or
an independent advisory body; or
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government Department or other representative body.
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Cymru
Gymru
Chymru
Nghymru
Cymreig
Cymraeg
Chymraeg
Chymreig
Gymraeg
Gymreig
Chymreig
Registered names only
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Wales.
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Disciplinary
Discipline
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government department or other representative body.
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England
English
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in England and Wales.
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European
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Names which include this word will not be approved if they unjustifiably imply a connection with official bodies of the European Union. If there is a genuine connection with an official body, the name may be allowed if the appropriate body supports the application.
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Federation
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To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee with each member having one vote, and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association.
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Foundation
Fund
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The name will normally be refused if it wongly implies that the company has charitable status. If the company is limited by guarantee and has a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association then the name will normally be approved.
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Giro
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This word implies a connection with an official or private banking organisation or activity. Please provide support from an appropriate body or further information about why you want to use this word.
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Government
Llywodraeth
Lywodraeth
Riaghaltas
Riaghaltais
Riaghaltasan
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This word implies a connection with a Government and will normally be refused.
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Group
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The use of this word normally implies several companies under one corporate ownership and you will need to provide evidence of association with two or more other British or overseas companies. If the name clearly shows that the company is to promote the interests of a group of individuals, then the name will normally be approved.
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Gwladol
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a the Welsh Assembly Government, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Wales with its address being in Wales at the time of the adoption of the name.
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Holding
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A company wishing to use this word must be a holding company as defined under section 1159 of the Companies Act 2006.
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Human Rights
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To use this expression the public would expect the company to be:
- working or campaigning for the better protection or
promotion of human rights, at home or abroad; or
- providing a legal, advice or training service in relation to
human rights.
Prior approval will be given for a name that includes these words by any charitable or not-for-profit body provided that the full name does not unjustifiably suggest a special status in relation to the Council of Europe, the Human Rights Act, or one of the human rights commissions.
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Inspectorate
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This word implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by a court of law, administrative tribunal or government officials.
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Institute
Institution
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Approval for use of these words is normally given only to those organisations which are carrying out research at the highest level or to professional bodies of the highest standing. You will need to show us that there is a need for the proposed institute and that it has appropriate regulations or examination standards. You will need evidence of support from other representative and independent bodies.
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International
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If you wish to use this word at the start of the name, you need to show that the major part of the company's activities is in trading overseas. If you wish to use it at the end of the name, then you will need to show that the company operates in two or more overseas countries.
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Licensing
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government department or other representative body.
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Na h-Alba
Registered names only
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Scottish Executive, a UK Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Scotland.
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National
Cenedlaethol
Gwladol
Genedlaethol
Chenedlaethol
Wladol
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
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Northern Ireland
Northern Irish
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Northern Ireland.
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Ombudsman
Ombwdsmon
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This word implies an official organisation appointed by government to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. These organisations also have access rights to sensitive personal information. To use this word you need to provide support from the appropriate Government department.
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Oversight
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government department or other representative body.
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Post Office
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Use of these words imply the company is a part of the Royal Mail Group.
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Prydain
Brydain
Phrydain
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Welsh Assembly Government, a a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Wales.
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Prydeinig
Brydeinig
Phrydeinig
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Welsh Assembly Government, a a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Wales.
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Register
Registered
Registration
Registry
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The name will not be registered if it unjustifiably implies a connection with HM Government, devolved Government, local authority or other representative body, unless the appropriate body supports the application, including if the words are linked with a professional qualification.
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Registrar
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This word is likely to imply a connection with with HM Government or a local authority. If such a connection actually exists, the name may be allowed if the appropriate body supports the application.
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Regulator
Regulation
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This word implies an official organisation appointed by government to regulate public and private organisations or investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. To use this word you need to provide support from the appropriate Government department.
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Scotland
Scottish
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the Scottish Executive, a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Scotland.
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Siambr
Siambr o
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The use of this word implies representative status such as that associated with a Chamber of Commerce or Trade. To use this word you would normally need to obtain written support to from these or other representative body
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Social Service
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prescribed to protect the public from persons implying that they have access rights to any sensitive personal information that in fact they do not.
Use of these words may imply a connection with a local authority Social Services department with access rights to sensitive personal information. To use these words you should obtain support from the appropriate local authority.
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Society
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To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee with each member having one vote, and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association.
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Standards
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government department or other representative body.
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Stock exchange
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The inclusion of theese words imply the company is part of oir conenected with the "Stock Exchange".
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Teyrnas Unedig
Deyrnas Unedig
Theyrnas Unedig
Teyrnas Gyfunol Deyrnas Gyfunol
Theyrnas Gyfunol
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Approval of this expression in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Approval is not required for TG or TU.
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Trade Union
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Names including this expression will normally be refused unless they conform to legislation relating to trade unions.
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Tribunal
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This word implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by an administrative tribunal or other institution with the authority to judge, adjudicate on, or determine claims or disputes. To use this word you will need to provide support from the appropriate government or representative body.
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Charitable Trust
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These companies need to have charitable objects and a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association. You will be asked for confirmation that you have made, or will make, an application for registration as a charity with the Charity Commission. Scottish companies wishing to use the expression 'charitable trust' will need to apply to the Inland Revenue in Edinburgh as the Charity Commission has no jurisdiction in Scotland.
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Educational Trust
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The company should have a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association and the name should reflect the nature of the trust. The promoters should be of high standing in the field.
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Artistic Trust
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The company should have a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association and the name should reflect the nature of the trust. The promoters should be of high standing in the field.
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Enterprise Trust
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The company should have a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association and you must provide evidence of support from, for example, local authorities, businesses or banks.
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Family Trust
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The company should have a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association and the objects should reflect the nature of the trust. Names of family trusts will usually be approved if the name as a whole identifies the company as such.
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Financial Trust
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If you wish to use these expressions, you will need to provide a written assurance that substantial paid up share capital or other funds will be achieved within a reasonable period after incorporation.
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Investment Trust
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If you wish to use these expressions, you will need to provide a written assurance that substantial paid up share capital or other funds will be achieved within a reasonable period after incorporation.
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Pensions Trust
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The name of the company must include the name of the parent company and the objects of the company must include the operation of pension funds.
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Staff Trust
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The name of the company must include the name of the parent company and the objects of the company must include the operation of pension funds.
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Unit Trust
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If you wish to use this as part of your company name, you should seek the advice of Companies House in Cardiff. If the company is to be registered in Scotland, contact Companies House in Edinburgh
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United Kingdom
Rìoghachd Aonaichte
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Approval of this expression in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Approval is not required for UK.
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Wales
Welsh
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Approval of this word in your company name will depend on how it is used. If you wish to use the word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing supporting evidence from an independent source such as the welsh assembly Government, a Government department, trade association or other representative body.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name and qualified by words that do not describe an activity or product, for example by using a 'made-up' word, then evidence of pre-eminence is not necessarily essential. However, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is eminent in its own field.
If you want to use the word because it is a surname, you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.
Unless the word is a surname the company’s registered office must be in Wales.
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Watchdog
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This word implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it is has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce evidence of support from at least one independent and appropriate body such as a Government department or other representative body.
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