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| Sensitive Words and Phrases |
| Appendix A - Prescribed words that require the support of the body shown in the second column |
Abortion |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
Sexual Health Policy Team
Department of Health
Wellington House
133-155 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8UG |
Accounts Commission for Scotland
Accounts Commission |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
The Secretary
Accounts Commission for Scotland
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH |
Accredit
Accreditation
Accredited
Accrediting |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Department for Business Innovation & Skills
Accreditation Policy
1 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0ET |
Adjudicator |
This word implies the same or similar status of an official ombudsman and therefore an implied connection with a representative body or government department. To use this word you must obtain the written support of the appropriate representative body or government department. |
Alba
Na h-Alba
Registered names only |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the words are used elsewhere in the name, 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 words 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. |
Albannach
Registered names only |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Scotland. |
Association |
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. These requirements do not apply if the company is a residents or tenants association. |
Assurance
Assurer |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Audit Commission >for Local Authorities and the National Health Service in England
Audit Commission |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Chief Executive's Office
Audit Commission for Local Authorities and the National Health Service in England
1st Floor, Millbank Tower
Millbank
London
SW1P 4HQ |
Audit Scotland
Auditor General for Scotland |
To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Secretary
Auditor General for Scotland
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH |
Audit Office
Auditor General |
To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
England:
Comptroller & Auditor General
Corporate Secretariat
National Audit Office
157-159 Buckingham Palace Road
London SW1W 9SP
Wales:
Wales Audit Office
24 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9L
Scotland:
Audit Scotland
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH
Northern Ireland:
Northern Ireland Audit Office
106 University Street
Belfast
BT7 1EU |
Auditor General for Wales |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Auditor General for Wales
24 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9LJ
In Welsh:
Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru
24 Heol y Gadeirlan
Caerdydd
CF11 9LJ |
Authority |
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
(b) a body with recognised expertise.
Evidence must be produced to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it 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 representative body or government department. |
Banc
Bank
Banking |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
The Governor and Company of the Bank of England |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Bank of England
Threadneedle Street
London
EC2R 8AH |
Banknote |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
The Governor and Company of the Bank of England
Threadneedle Street
London
EC2R 8AH |
Benevolent |
The inclusion of this word in a company name will normally be refused if it wrongly 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. |
Board |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department |
Breatannach
Bhreatanach
Bhreatanaich
Breatannaich |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Scotland. |
Breatainn
Bhreatainn |
If you wish to use any of these words at the start of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
Brenin
Frenin
Brenhines
Frenhines |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
CARDIFF
CF10 3NQ |
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Brenhinol
Frenhinol
Brenhiniaeth
Frenhiniaeth |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
CARDIFF
CF10 3NQ |
Britain |
If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
British |
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 independent support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in England and Wales. |
Cenedlaethol
Chenedlaethol
Genedlaethol
Gwladol
Wladol |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, you would be expected to show that your company is substantial in relation to its activity or product and that it is pre-minent in its own field. |
Chamber of |
This expression implies representative status such as that associated with a Chamber of Commerce or Trade. To use this expression you would normally need to obtain written support from a Chamber of Commerce or other representative body. |
Charitable
Charity |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
England, Wales & Northern Ireland:
Head of Registration
Charity Commission Direct
PO Box 1227
Liverpool
L69 3UG
Scotland:
Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator
2nd Floor Quadrant House
9 Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD1 4NY |
Charter
Chartered |
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, you should obtain the written support of the appropriate governing body. |
Child Maintenance
Child Support
Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Child Maintenance and Enforcement Commission
PO Box 239
Holbeck
Leeds
S11 1EB |
Coimisean
Choimisean
Chomisein
Coimisein |
These words imply 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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or the Scottish Government |
Comhairle
Chomhairle
Comhairlean
Chomhairlean |
These words imply 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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or the Scottish Government. |
Comisiwn
Gomisiwn
Chomisiwn |
These words imply 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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or the Welsh Assembly Government. |
Commission |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department. |
Comptroller and Auditor General |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Comptroller and Auditor General
Corporate Secretariat
National Audit Office
Elizabeth 2
151 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SS |
Comptroller and Auditor General for Northern Ireland |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Comptroller and Auditor General for Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Audit Office
106 University Street
Belfast
BT7 1EU |
Co-operative |
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. |
Council |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body, local authority or government department. |
Cymru
Gymru
Chymru
Nghymru
Registered names only |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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 words 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. |
Cymreig
Cymraeg
Chymraeg
Chymreig
Gymraeg
Gymreig
Chymreig
Registered names only |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Wales. |
Cyngor
Chyngor
Gyngor |
To use any of these words 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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body, local authority or the Welsh Assembly Government |
Data protection |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Information Commissioner’s Office
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
SK9 5AF |
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Dental
Dentistry |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
General Dental Council
Registration Development
37 Wimpole Street
London
W1G 8DG |
Disciplinary
Discipline |
These words imply 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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department. |
Diùc
Dhiùc
Diùcan
Dhiùcan
Ban-diùc
Bhan-dhiùc
Bhan-dhiùcan
Ban-diùcan |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Dug
Ddug
Duges
Dduges |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Duke
Duchess |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
England & Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Ei Fawrhydi
Ei Mawrhydi |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
England |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
English |
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 independent support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in England and Wales. |
European |
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. |
Federation |
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. If the company is limited by shares its articles would still need to include a clause stating each member has one vote and also a not for profit distribution clause. |
Financial Reporting Council |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
General Counsel & Company Secretary
Financial Reporting Council
5th Floor, Aldwych House
71-91 Aldwych
London
WC2B 4HN |
Financial Services Authority |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
The General Counsel’s Division
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Foundation |
This word 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. |
Friendly Society |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Fund |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Giro |
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. |
Government |
This word implies a connection with Her Majesty's Government. To use this word you will need the consent of the appropriate government department |
Group |
The use of this word normally implies more than one company under the same corporate ownership. If the company cannot satisfy these conditions on registration, it must provide a written undertaking that it will do so within 3 months.
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. |
Gwasanaeth iechyd
Wasanaeth iechyd |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Head of Communications
Health & Social Services Directorate
General Head of Corporate Management
South Wing, 4th Floor
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Gwladol
Wladol |
If you wish to use any of these words at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from an independent source such as a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Wales. |
Health and Safety Executive |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Health and Safety Executive
Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
Merseyside
L20 7HS |
Health centre
Health service |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
England:
Department of Health
Head of Brand Management
Skipton House
80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Head of Communications
Health & Social Services Directorate General
General Head of Corporate Management
South Wing, 4th Floor
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Health Directorate
Business Management and Support
Floor 2N.11
St Andrew’s House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Northern Ireland:
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
Office of the Permanent Secretary
DHSSPS
Room C4.15, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SQ |
Health visitor |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Nursing & Midwifery Council
The Registrar and Chief Executive
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ |
His Majesty
Her Majesty |
To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
England and Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Holding |
A company wishing to use this word must be a holding company as defined under section 1159 of the Companies Act 2006. The Companies Act can be viewed on the publications page of our website at www.companieshouse.gov.uk
If the company cannot satisfy these conditions on registration, when it returns the application, it must confirm that it will do so within 3 months. |
House of Commons |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Corporate Officer of the House of Commons,
House of Commons Legal Services Office,
London
SW1 0AA |
House of Lords |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Corporate Officer of the House of Lords
Houses of Parliament
London
SW1A 0AA |
HPSS
HSC |
To use these expression you must obtain the written support of:
Office of the Permanent Secretary
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
(DHSSPS)
C.4.15, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SQ |
Human rights |
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. |
Inspectorate |
This word implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by a court of law, administrative tribunal or government officials.
To use this word you will need to provide support from the appropriate representative body or government department. |
Institute
Institution |
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 explain why there is a need for the proposed institute or institution and that it has appropriate regulations or examination standards. You will need evidence of support from other representative and independent bodies. |
Insurance
Insurer |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
International |
If you wish to use this word at the start of the name you will need to show at the time of registration that the major part of the company's activities is in trading overseas.
If you wish to use the word at the end of the name, you will need to show that the company operates in two or more overseas countries. If the company cannot satisfy these conditions on registration, you must confirm that it will do so within 3 months when you return the application, |
Judicial appointment |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Ministry of Justice
Democracy, Constitution and Law Group
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9A |
King |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
England and Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Law Commission |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Ministry of Justice
Democracy, Constitution and Law Group
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ |
Licensing |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent evidence of support from a representative body or government department. |
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Llywodraeth
Lywodraeth |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Welsh Assembly Government
Head of Communications
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Medical centre |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Office of the Permanent Secretary
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS)
C.4.15, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SQ |
Midwife
Midwifery |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Registrar and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ |
Mòrachd’
Mhòrachd’ |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Mutual |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
National |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
National Assembly for Wales
National Assembly for Wales Commission |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The National Assembly for Wales
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1NA |
NHS |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Department of Health
Head of Brand Management
Skipton House
80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH |
Northern Ireland
Northern Irish |
If you wish to use any of these expressions at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Northern Ireland Assembly
If the expressions are used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Northern Ireland. |
Northern Ireland Assembly
Northern Ireland Assembly Commission |
To use any of these this expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Northern Ireland Assembly
Parliament Buildings
Belfast
BT4 3XX |
Northern Ireland Audit Office |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Northern Ireland Audit Office
106 University Street
Belfast
BT7 1EU |
Nurse
Nursing |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Registrar and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ |
Oifis sgrùdaidh |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
The Secretary
Audit Scotland
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH |
Oilthigh
t-Oilthigh
Oilthighean
h-Oilthighean |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Ombudsman
Ombwdsmon |
These words imply 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. |
Oversight |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department. |
Parlamaid
Pharlamaid
Parlamaidean
Pharlamaidean |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Secretary
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
The Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP |
Parliament Parliamentarian Parliamentary |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords
and separately
The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons
Houses of Parliament
London
SW1A 0AA |
Patent
Patentee |
To use these words, including Patent Agent(s) or Patent Attorney(s), you must obtain the written support of the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) by emailing ipenforcement@ipo.gov.uk or by writing to the following address;
Legal Framework Team
Copyright and Enforcement Directorate
Intellectual Property Office
Concept House
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8QQ |
The Pensions Advisory Service |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Department for Work and Pensions Protection and Stewardship,
7 floor, Caxton House
London
SW1H 9NA |
Police |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
England & Wales:
Home Office
Policing Strategy Team
Police Reform Unit Crime and Policing Group
6th Floor, Fry Building
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
Scotland:
Scottish Government
Police Division
St Andrews House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Northern Ireland:
Private Secretary to the Secretary of State
Northern Ireland Office
Stormont House, Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SH |
Polytechnic |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Higher Education Governance
Level 3, Kingsgate House
66-74 Victoria Street
London
SW1E 6SW |
Post Office |
This expression will not be allowed in a company name without the approval of the Royal Mail Group. |
Pregnancy termination |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Sexual Health Policy Team
Department of Health
Wellington House
133 -155 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8UG |
Prifysgol
Brifysgol
Phrifysgol |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Prince
Princess |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
England and Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
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Prionnsa
Phrionnsa
Prionnsaichean Phrionnsaichean
Bana-phrionnsa
Bhana-Phrionnsa
Bana-Prionnsaichean
Bhana-Phrionnsaichean |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Prydain
Phrydain
Brydain |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
Prydeinig
Phrydeinig
Brydeinig |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Wales. |
Queen |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
England and Northern Ireland
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Regional Agency for
Public Health and
Social Well-being
Regional Health and
Social Care Board |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Office of the Permanent Secretary
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
Room C4.15, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate,
Belfast
BT4 3SQ |
Reassurance
Reassurer
Reinsurance
Reinsurer |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS |
Register
Registered
Registrar
Registration
Registry |
These words imply a connection with a regulatory body, government department or devolved administration. The proposed name will not be allowed unless the appropriate body supports the application, |
Regulator
Regulation |
These words imply an official organisation appointed by government to regulate public and private organisations or investigate complaints made by consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. To use these words you need to provide support from the appropriate body or government department. |
Riaghaltas
Riaghaltais
Riaghaltasan |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Secretary
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
The Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP |
Rìgh
Banrigh
Bhanrigh
Bhanrighrean
Banrighrean |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh EH6 6QQ |
Rìoghachd Aonaichte |
If you wish to use this expression at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing evidence of support from a representative body, trade association or Scottish Government.
If the expression is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
Approval is not required for RA. |
Rìoghail
Rìoghalachd |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh EH6 6QQ |
Royal
Royalty |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
England & Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
Rule committee |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Ministry of Justice
Democracy, Constitution and Law Group
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9A |
Scotland |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
Scottish |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name, you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Scottish Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Scotland. |
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Scottish Law Commission |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Chief Executive
Scottish Law Commission
140 Causewayside
Edinburgh
EH9 1PR |
The Scottish Parliament
The Scottish
Parliamentary Corporate Body |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of :
The Secretary
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
The Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP |
Senedd |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
The National Assembly for Wales
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1NA |
Sheffield |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
The Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire
c/o Hulse & Co.
St. James House
Vicar Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S1 2EX. |
Siambr |
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 from a Chamber of Commerce or other representative body. |
Social Service |
This expression implies a connection with a local authority Social Services department with access rights to sensitive personal information. To use this expression you should obtain support from the appropriate local authority. |
Society |
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. If the company is limited by shares its articles would still need to include a clause stating each member had one vote and also a not for profit distribution clause. |
Special School |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
England:
Department for Children, Schools and Families
SEN and Disability Division
Sanctuary Buildings
20 Great Smith Street
London
SW1P 3BT
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP
Northern Ireland:
Department of Education
Special Education Policy Advisory Group
Rathgael House
43 Balloo Road
Bangor
County. Down
BT19 7PR |
Standards |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department. |
Stock exchange |
This expression implies that the company is part of, or connected with the official “Stock Exchange”. |
Swyddfa archwilio |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Auditor General for Wales
Cathedral Road
Cardiff CF11 9LJ
in Welsh:
Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru
24 Heol y Gadeirlan
Caerdydd
CF11 9LJ |
Teyrnas Unedig
Teyrnas Gyfunol Deyrnas Unedig
Theyrnas Unedig
Deyrnas Gyfunol
Theyrnas Gyfunol |
If you wish to use this expression at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing evidence of support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the expression is used elsewhere in the name, 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. |
Trade Union |
This expression will normally be refused unless it conforms to legislation relating to trade unions. |
Tribunal |
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 representative body or government department. |
Trust |
Trust is prescribed and will normally require the approval or support of a representative body. The requirements for individual trusts are set out below:
Artistic Trust and Educational Trust:
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.
Charitable Trust:
The company should 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 (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (Scotland).
Enterprise Trust:
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.
Family Trust:
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.
Financial Trust and Investment Trust:
If you wish to use one of 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.
Pensions Trust and Staff Trust:
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.
Unit Trust:
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS.
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Tywysog
Dywysog
Thywysog
Tywysoges
Dywysoges
Thywysoges |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Underwrite Underwriting |
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
United Kingdom |
If you wish to use this expression at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing evidence of support from a representative body, trade association or government department.
If the expression is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
Approval is not required for UK. |
University |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
England:
Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Higher Education Governance
1 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0ET
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Higher Education Governance Team
Atlantic Quay
150 Broomielaw
Glasgow
G2 8LG
Northern Ireland:
Department for Employment and Learning
Head of Higher Education, Finance & Governance
39-49 Adelaide Street
BELFAST
BT2 FD8 |
Wales |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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 |
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 has the support of whoever it claims it will govern or supervise. In addition, the applicant should produce independent support from a representative body or government department. |
Welsh |
If you wish to use this word at the beginning of your company name you would need to show that the company is pre-eminent in its field by providing providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or the Welsh Assembly Government.
If the word is used elsewhere in the name, 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.
The company’s registered office must be in Wales. |
Welsh Assembly Government |
This expression suggests the company is a part of the Welsh Assembly Government. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Windsor |
To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
England & Northern Ireland:
Ministry of Justice
Constitutional Settlement Division
Ministry of Justice
Postal Point 5.25
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ
Wales:
The Welsh Assembly Government
Public Administration and Honours Unit
Crown Buildings
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ
Scotland:
The Scottish Government
Protocol Team
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ |
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Appendix B - Sensitive words and expressions that require the approval of the Secretary of the State |
Agency |
This word will not be allowed if it implies a connection with a government department, devolved administration or other representative body. |
Accountancy and Actuarial Discipline Board
Accounting Standards Board
Auditing Practices Board
Board for Actuarial Standards |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Comptroller and Auditor General
Corporate Secretariat
National Audit Office
Elizabeth 2
151 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SS |
Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Auditor General for Wales
24 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9LJ
or
Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru
24 Heol y Gadeirlan
Caerdydd
CF11 9LJ |
Assembly |
This word implies a connection with a government department, devolved administration or other representative body. To use this word you must obtain the written support of the appropriate body. |
Border Agency
UKBA |
These expressions imply a connection with The UK Border Agency. To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
UK Border Agency
Lunar House
40 Wellesley Road
Croydon
CR9 2BY |
Cabinet Office |
This expression implies a connection with the government's official Cabinet Office. Further information can be found on the Cabinet Office website at www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk |
Cadw |
To use this name you must obtain the written support of:
Cadw
Welsh Assembly Government
Plas Carew
Unit 5/7 Cefn Coed
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ |
Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales
CISSW |
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ |
Chamber of Commerce |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
The British Chambers of Commerce
Oak Tree Court
Binley Business Park
Harry Weston Road
Coventry
CV3 2UN |
Chartered Accountant
ICAEW |
To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Chartered Accountants' Hall
Moorgate Place
London
EC2P 2BJ |
Chartered Secretary |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of :
The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators
16 Park Crescent
London
W1B 1AH |
Chartered Surveyor |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of :
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
RICS
Parliament Square
London
SW1P 3AD |
Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru |
This expression implies a connection with the National Assembly for Wales or the National Assembly for Wales Commission. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Clerk of the Assembly
National Assembly for Wales Commission
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1NA
or
Clerc y Cynulliad
Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru
Bae Caerdydd
Caerdydd
CF99 1NA |
Commissioner |
These expressions imply a connection with an official body set up to investigate complaints made by consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. To use this word you need to provide support from the appropriate body or government department. |
Commonhold Association |
This expression may only be used at the end of the company name to indicate that the company is a Commonhold Association in accordance with the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. |
Copyright
Design |
These words and expressions will be allowed if they do not imply a connection with the Intellectual Property Office, a government department or representative body. If we believe the use of these expressions suggests a connection with her Majesty’s Government then we may ask the Intellectual Property Office to comment. |
Crime Squad |
This expression implies a connection with The Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA). Please see entry for ‘Serious Organised Crime’. |
Criminal Intelligence
Service |
This expression implies a connection with the UK’s official criminal intelligence services such as the Police, National Criminal Intelligence Service and the Serious Organised Crime Agency. |
Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru |
This expression implies a connection with the National Assembly for Wales or the National Assembly for Wales Commission. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Clerk of the Assembly
National Assembly for Wales Commission
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1NA
or
Clerc y Cynulliad
Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru
Bae Caerdydd
Caerdydd
CF99 1NA |
Department for
Department of |
The use of these expressions may imply a connection with a government department. |
Employment Medical
Advisory Service
EMAS
|
These expressions imply a connection with the Health and Safety Executive. To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Health and Safety Executive
Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS |
Financial Reporting Review Panel |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Reporting Review Panel
5th Floor
Aldwych House
71-91 Aldwych
London
WC2B 4HN |
Health and Safety
HSE |
These expressions imply a connection with the Health and Safety Executive. To use these expression you must obtain the written support of:
Health and Safety Executive
Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS |
Home Office |
This expression implies a connection with the Home Office government department |
HMRC |
This expression implies a connection with a Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs. |
HSE |
This expression will be allowed provided it does not imply a connection with the Health and Safety Executive. |
Industrial and Provident Society |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance.gov.uk |
Intellectual Property
IPO
UKIPO |
These words and expressions will be allowed if they do not imply a connection with the Intellectual Property Office, a government department or representative body.
If we believe the use of these expressions suggests a connection with Her Majesty’s Government then we may ask the Intellectual Property Office to comment. |
Licensing Authority Assets Recovery |
This expression implies a connection with The Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA). Please see entry for Serious Organised Crime’. |
Ministry
Ministry of |
The use of this word or expression may imply a connection with a government department. |
National Accounts
National Accounting
NAO |
These expressions and the abbreviation imply a connection with the National Audit Office. To use these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Comptroller & Auditor General
Corporate Secretariat
National Audit Office
157-159 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SP |
NAW
NAWC
NAFW
NAFWC |
These expressions will be allowed provided they do not imply a connection with the National Assembly for Wales. |
Nuclear Installation |
This expression implies a connection with the Health and Safety Executive. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Health and Safety Executive
Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS |
Professional Oversight Board |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
General Counsel & Company Secretary
Financial Reporting Council
5th Floor, Aldwych House
71-91 Aldwych
London
WC2B 4HN |
Public Health |
This expression implies a connection with the Department of Health. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Office of the Permanent Secretary
Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
Room C4.15, Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SQ |
Select Committee |
This expression implies a connection with the House of Commons. To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Corporate Officer of the House of Commons
Houses of Commons Legal Services Office
London
SW1A 0AA |
Serious Organised
Crime
SOCA |
These expressions imply a connection with The Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA).
To use any of these expressions you must obtain the written support of:
Serious Organised Crime Agency
PO Box 8000
London
SE11 5EN |
Scottish Chamber of Commerce |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Scottish Chambers of Commerce
30 George Square
Glasgow
G2 1EQ |
WAG |
This expression will be allowed provided it does not imply a connection with the Welsh Assembly Government. |
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Appendix C - Words and expressions governed by other legislation.
Certain words and expressions are governed by other legislation and their use in company or business names might be a criminal offence. Please note this list is not exhaustive and applicants should make their own checks to ensure their chosen name does not breach any other legislation. |
2012
(Olympic Games) |
“2012” is one of several words and expressions which are protected under the London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Act 2006. These words and expressions can be found under “Olympic Games” later in this table. |
Anzac |
This word is controlled by section 1 of the Anzac Act 1916 and will not be allowed in a company name. |
Architect |
With the exception of ‘naval architect’, ‘landscape architect’ or ‘golf-course architect’, the use of this word is controlled by the Architects Registration Act 1997 (Section 20). To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
Architects Registration Board
8 Weymouth Street
London W1W 5BU |
Art psychotherapist.
Art therapist.
Biomedical scientist.
Chiropodist.
Clinical scientist.
Clinical psychologist.
Counselling psychologist.
Drama therapist.
Dietician.
Dietitian
Educational psychologist.
Diagnostic radiographer.
Forensic psychologist.
Health psychologist.
Music therapist.
Podiatrist.
Occupational psychologist.
Occupational therapist.
Operating department. Practitioner.
Orthoptist.
Orthotist.
Paramedic.
Physical therapist.
Physiotherapist.
Practitioner psychologist.
Prosthetist.
Radiographer.
Registered psychologist.
Speech and language therapist.
Speech therapist.
Sport and exercise psychologist.
Therapeutic radiographer. |
These expressions are protected titles and require the approval of the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:
Registration Department
Health Professions Council
184 Kennington Park Road
London SE11 4BU
Email: registration@hpc-uk.org |
Building Society |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 North Colonnade Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Chemist
Druggist
Pharmaceutical
Pharmaceutist
Pharmacist
Pharmacy |
These words are controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968
To use any of these words you must obtain the written support of:
England and Wales:
The Director of Legal Services
The Royal Pharmaceutical
Society of Great Britain
1 Lambeth High Street
London
SE1 7JN
Scotland:
The Pharmaceutical Society
36 York Place
Edinburgh
EH13HU
Northern Ireland:
The Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland
73 University Street
Belfast
BT7 1HL |
Chiropractor |
This word is controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994.
To use this name you must obtain the written support of:
The Chief Executive
General Chiropractic Council
44 Wicklow Street
London
WC1X 9HL |
Credit Union |
This expression is controlled by the Credit Union Act 1979
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of:
Financial Services Authority
Perimeter Guidance
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS
Email: perimeterguidance@fsa.gov.uk |
Dentist
Dental Surgeon
Dental Practitioner |
These words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984. To use these words and expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Registrar
General Dental Council
37 Wimpole Street
London
W1G 8DG |
Housing Corporation |
To use this expression you must obtain the written support of
Tenant Services Authority, Maple House, 149 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 7BN. |
Olympic words and expressions
Olympiad
Olympiads
Olympian
Olympians
Olympic
Olympics
Paralympic
Paralympics
Paralympiad
Paralympiads
Paralympian
Paralympians
2012
Citius Altius Fortius (“Faster, Higher Stronger”)
Spirit in Motion
Twenty twelve
Two thousand and twelve |
These words and expressions (including similar words) are controlled by the London Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Act 2006:
To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games Limited (LOCOG)
23rd Floor
1 Churchill Place
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5LN
www.london2012.com/ |
Optician.
Ophthalmic Optician.
Dispensing Optician.
Enrolled Optician.
Registered Optician.
Optometrist. |
These words and expressions are controlled by the Opticians Act 1989
To use these words and expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Registrar
General Optical Council
41 Harley Street
London
W1N 2DJ |
Patent Attorney
Patent Agent
Registered trade mark agent
Trade Mark
Trade Mark Agent |
The words ‘Patent’, Patentee and ‘Registered’ are prescribed words (see Table A).
The expressions ‘Trade Mark” and “Trade Mark Agent’ will be allowed provided their use does not imply a connection with the Intellectual Property Office, a government department or representative body.
If we believe the use of these expressions suggests a connection with Her Majesty’s Government then we may ask the Intellectual Property Office to comment. |
Physician.
Doctor of medicine. Licentiate in medicine and surgery.
Bachelor of medicine.
Surgeon.
General practitioner |
The use of these words and expressions in a company name could be in breach of the Medical Act 1983. If you are qualified to use any of these words and expressions your application should include a letter or email from your representative body confirming it has no objection to the proposed name. |
Red Cross,
Geneva Cross
Red Crescent
Red Lion and Sun |
These expressions are controlled by the Geneva Convention Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company name. |
Solicitor |
England and Wales:
This word is controlled by sections 20-21 of the Solicitors Act 1974.
If you are an existing firm of solicitors (i.e. a sole proprietor or partnership) you will already be regulated by the Solicitors regulatory authority. Your application to form a company must include a copy of your firms letterhead which includes the statement "regulated by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority” (or SRA). No additional information is required.
If you are a new firm your application must include a letter of support from:
The Solicitors Regulatory Authority
Operations
Ipsley Court
Berrington Close
Redditch
B98 0TD
Scotland:
This word is controlled by section 31 of the Solicitors (Scotland) Act 1980. To use this word you must obtain the written support of:
The Law Society of Scotland
26 Drumsheugh Gardens
Edinburgh
EH3 7YR.
Northern Ireland:
To use this word in a company name you must obtain the written support of:
The Law Society of Northern Ireland
96 Victoria Street
Belfast
BT1 3GN |
Veterinary Surgeon Veterinary
Vet |
These words and expressions are controlled by sections 19/20 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966.
To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the written support of:
The Registrar
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
62-64 Horseferry Rd
London
SW1P 2AF |
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