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Sensitive Words

Companies House class some words in the Company Registration name as 'sensitive',
Our system automatically checks for sensitive words in your Company Formations name and then informs you of this.
The Company Registrar are continually changing their list of sensitive words, to obtain a copy of the most recent Sensitive Words please contact our office.
Some words only require some additional information to accompany the application and some words require special permission from various institutes etc. and can be included with your incorporation.



Class 1 Sensitive Words & Expressions

You will need the approval of the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry before you use any of the following words or expressions (or their plural or possessive forms) in your chosen company name.

The following 146 words fall under these restrictions:

Accounts Comission

Accounts Comission

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Audit Scotland.

[email protected]

Audit Scotland
4th Floor
102 West Port
Edinburgh
EH3 9DN

Accredit

Accredit

You cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Business Innovation and Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET

Accreditation

Accreditation

You cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET

Accredited

Accredited

You cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET

Accrediting

Accrediting

You cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Business Innovation & Skills, Accreditation Policy, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H 0ET

Adjudicator

Adjudicator

This word normally implies the company has a quasi-judicial role similar to decisions made by a court of law, an administrative tribunal, an official ombudsman or government officials. You cannot use this word unless a government body or relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Alba / Na h-Alba / Albannach

Alba / Na h-Alba / Albannach

Use in a name that does not imply a connection with the Scottish Government

Applications under the criteria set out in 1-3 below should be sent directly to Companies House.

  1. If you wish to use this word at the start of your proposed name you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its sector. You should also provide the views or supporting evidence from an independent source, such as a trade association or other private or public body you work with. The situation of the company’s registered office must be in Scotland. This does not apply if this word is used in a business name.
  2. If this word is not the first word in your proposed name it will normally be allowed provided the company’s registered office is in Scotland. This does not apply if this word is used in a business name.
  3. If this word is your surname it will normally be allowed if the proposed name includes forenames or initials. This requirement does not apply to use in a business name.

You should only contact the Scottish Government if the name is likely to imply a connection with this body.

[email protected]

Scottish Government
Protocol and Honours Team
Room 4N.02
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG

Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru

Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Wales Audit Office.

[email protected]

Archwilydd Cyffredinol Cymru
Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru
24 Heol y Gadeirlan
Caerdydd
CF11 9LJ

Auditor General for Wales
Wales Audit Office
24 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9LJ

Association

Association

To use this word in your proposed name the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause. These requirements do not apply if the company is a residents or tenants association.

Assurance

Assurance

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. Email: [email protected]

Assurer

Assurer

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. Email: [email protected]

Banc

Banc

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Sensitive Business Names Team, Financial Conduct Authority, 25 The North Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 5HS. [email protected]

Bank

Bank

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Services Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Banking

Banking

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Services Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Benevolent

Benevolent

To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause.

Breatainn / Breatannach / Bhreatainn / Bhreatanach / Bhreatanaich / Breatannaich

Breatainn / Breatannach / Bhreatainn / Bhreatanach / Bhreatanaich / Breatannaich

  • If your proposed name does not imply a connection with a government department or body, and you wish to use this word at the start of your name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You should also provide the views or supporting evidence from an independent source, such as a trade association or other private or public body you work with.
  • If this word is not the first word in the name it will normally be allowed.
  • If this word is your surname it will normally be allowed if the proposed name includes a forename or initials.
  • If the use of this word in any part of your proposed name does imply a connection with a government department, a devolved administration or a local or specified public authority, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body. This applies even if the name is a surname.
Brenhinol / Brenhiniaeth / Frenhinol / Frenhiniaeth

Brenhinol / Brenhiniaeth / Frenhinol / Frenhiniaeth

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

To speed up your application, please include:

  • the reasons you wish to use this word
  • whether the organisation already exists, its current activities and future plans
  • details of any royal or government associations
  • details of leading members and membership numbers
  • if the name represents a pub, evidence of location and length of time in existence
  • evidence, if the word is a surname
  • any other relevant information

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CF10 3NQ

Brenin / Brenhines / Frenin / Frenhines

Brenin / Brenhines / Frenin / Frenhines

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

To speed up your application, please include:

  • The reasons you wish to use this word
  • Whether the organisation already exists, its current activities and future plans
  • Details of any royal or government associations
  • Details of leading members and membership numbers
  • If the name represents a pub, evidence of location and length of time in existence
  • Evidence, if the word is a surname
  • Any other relexant information

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CF10 3NQ

Britain

Britain

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless
the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use it at the start of your company name or of Britain or of Great Britain anywhere in the name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre­ eminent or very substantial in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. If Britain or British is not the first word in the name it will normally be allowed.

If you want to use the word because it is a surname (and the name does not imply a connection with government), you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.

British

British

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless
the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use it at the start of your company name or of Britain or of Great Britain anywhere in the name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre­ eminent or very substantial in its field by providing independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. If Britain or British is not the first word in the name it will normally be allowed.

If you want to use the word because it is a surname (and the name does not imply a connection with government), you will usually be given approval if the company name includes forenames or initials.

Chamber (s)

Chamber (s)

This expression could imply representative or government status. To support your application you will need to set out the reasons for using this expression and you will need to obtain the views (letter or email) of an appropriate body.

Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce

The use of ‘Chamber of Commerce’ in your proposed name could imply a connection with the British, Northern Ireland or Scottish Chambers of Commerce. To support your application, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body.

England and Wales

[email protected]

British Chambers of Commerce
65 Petty France
London
SW1H 9EU

Northern Ireland

[email protected]

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry
40 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BA

Scotland

[email protected]

Scottish Chambers of Commerce
199 Cathedral Street
Glasgow
G4 0QU

Chamber(s) of Commerce

Chamber(s) of Commerce

You cannot use Chamber of Commerce, Business, Enterprise, Industry, Trade or Training without a letter or email of non-objection from one of the following bodies:

England and Wales:

Email: [email protected]

British Chambers of Commerce
65 Petty France
London
SW1H 9EU
http://www.britishchambers.org.uk/

Charitable / Charities

Charitable / Charities

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England and Wales: New incorporation or business name:

Email (preferred): [email protected]

Head of Registration
Charity Commission Direct
PO Box 1227
Liverpool
L69 3UG

Scotland

[email protected]

Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator
2nd Floor Quadrant House
9 Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD1 4NY

Northern Ireland

[email protected]

Charity Commission for Northern Ireland
257 Lough Road
Lurgan
BT66 6NQ

Change of name:

If you are an existing registered charity changing its name and your current and proposed new name includes one of these words then your application should include a copy of the companys letterhead bearing the registered charity number. Subject to our normal examination checks, the new name will be approved.

Charity

Charity

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England and Wales: New incorporation or business name:

Email (preferred): [email protected]

Head of Registration
Charity Commission Direct
PO Box 1227
Liverpool L69 3UG

Change of name:

If you are an existing registered charity changing its name and your current and proposed new name includes one of these words then your application should include a copy of the companys letterhead bearing the registered charity number. Subject to our normal examination checks, the new name will be approved.

Charter

Charter

You cannot use the word Chartered in your proposed name without the consent of your professional body. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body.

If you are an existing body and wish to incorporate as a company using Charter or Chartered in the name please provide evidence of your royal charter status. Please note, if you have already registered as a company, you cannot use this word in another company name. This does not apply to expressions such as Air Charter,Chartered Flights or Chartered Travel.

Chartered

Chartered

You cannot use the word Chartered in your proposed name without the consent of your professional body. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body.

If you are an existing body and wish to incorporate as a company using Charter or Chartered in the name please provide evidence of your royal charter status. Please note, if you have already registered as a company, you cannot use this word in another company name. This does not apply to expressions such as Air Charter,Chartered Flights or Chartered Travel.

Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountants

You cannot use the expression Chartered Accountant (or the abbreviation ICAEW) without the consent of one of the bodies shown below. If you decide to resubmit your application you will need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body.

England and Wales:
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Chartered Accountants' Hall
Moorgate Place
London EC2R 6EA

Email: [email protected]

Chartered Secretary

Chartered Secretary

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators
Saffron House
6-10 Kirby Street
London
EC1N 8TS
Email: [email protected]

Chartered Surveyor

Chartered Surveyor

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
RICS
Parliament Square
London SW1P 3AD

Email: [email protected]

Child Maintenance

Child Maintenance

These expressions imply a connection with services provided by the UK government. In England, Wales and Scotland services are provided by Child Maintenance Options, part of the Department for Work and Pensions and in Northern Ireland by Child Maintenance Choices. To use any of these expressions you will need to provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from one of these bodies. Further information can be found at:

England, Wales and Scotland www.cmoptions.org

Child Support

Child Support

These expressions imply a connection with services provided by the UK government. In England, Wales and Scotland services are provided by Child Maintenance Options, part of the Department for Work and Pensions and in Northern Ireland by Child Maintenance Choices. To use any of these expressions you will need to provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from one of these bodies. Further information can be found at:

England, Wales and Scotland www.cmoptions.org

Co-operative

Co-operative

Since 1 August 2014 the expressions Co-operative Society and Community Benefit Society can only be used in the name of a society registered under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014. For further information and before applying to use Co-operative in a company or business name please visit the FCA website.

To use Co-operative in a company or business name you will need to meet the following conditions:

  • It should be owned and controlled by its members, customers or employees
  • Membership should be voluntary and open i.e. it should not be artificially restricted in order to increase the value of the business or its assets
  • Members should participate in the economic activity of the business
  • Profits should be distributed equally amongst the members or at least in proportion to the extent each member has participated in the business

These principles should be included in the companys articles of association or in the rules/constitution of an unincorporated business

Any application to use this word in a business name must include a copy of the rules or constitution document

Co-operative Society

Co-operative Society

This expression can only be included in the name of a society registered under the Cooperative
and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014. For further information, please
contact the Financial Conduct Authority.

Email: [email protected]
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Coimisean / Coimisein / Choimisean / Chomisein

Coimisean / Coimisein / Choimisean / Chomisein

To use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

Your application should include evidence to show that the company will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body.

Comhairle / Chomhairle / Comhairlean / Chomhairlean

Comhairle / Chomhairle / Comhairlean / Chomhairlean

To use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be a local authority, an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local authority or a relevant body.

Comisiwn / Chomisiwn / Gomisiwn

Comisiwn / Chomisiwn / Gomisiwn

To use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body.

Comisiwn y Senedd

Comisiwn y Senedd

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament.

[email protected]

Clerc y Senedd
Senedd Cymru
Bae Caerdydd
Caerdydd
CF99 1SN

[email protected]

Clerk of the Senedd
Welsh Parliament
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1SN

Comisiwn y Senedd / Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru

Comisiwn y Senedd / Comisiwn Cynulliad Cenedlaethol Cymru

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament.

[email protected]

Clerc y Senedd
Senedd Cymru
Bae Caerdydd
CF99 1SN

[email protected]

Clerk of the Senedd
Welsh Parliament
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1SN

Commission

Commission

To use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly; or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

Your application should include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise. You should also provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body or a relevant body.

Comptroller and Auditor General

Comptroller and Auditor General

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Corporate Secretariat National Audit Office
Elizabeth 2
151 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SS

Email: [email protected]

Council

Council

To use this word the company should normally be an independent advisory body; a deliberative assembly; or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. 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.

You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body.

Cyngor / Chyngor / Gyngor

Cyngor / Chyngor / Gyngor

To use this word in your proposed name, the organisation should normally be a local authority, an independent advisory body, a deliberative assembly, or a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

Please include evidence to show that the organisation will be what it claims, and that it has the support of those it intends to govern, supervise, or look to it for expertise.

Dental

Dental

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

General Dental Council
Registration Development
37 Wimpole Street
London W1G 8DQ

Email: [email protected]

Dental Practitioner

Dental Practitioner

These words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body.

The Registrar
General Dental Council
37 Wimpole Street
London W1G 8DQ

Email: [email protected]

Dental Surgeon

Dental Surgeon

These words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body.

The Registrar
General Dental Council
37 Wimpole Street
London W1G 8DQ

Email: [email protected]

Dentist

Dentist

These words and expressions are controlled by the Dental Act 1984 and cannot be included in your chosen name without a letter or email of non-objection from the following body.

The Registrar
General Dental Council
37 Wimpole Street
London W1G 8DQ

Email: [email protected]

Dentistry

Dentistry

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

General Dental Council
Registration Development
37 Wimpole Street
London W1G 8DQ

Email: [email protected]

Duchess

Duchess

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact:

England & Northern Ireland:
E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected]

or write to: Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information

Dug / Duges / Ddug / Dduges

Dug / Duges / Ddug / Dduges

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

To speed up your application, please include:

  • the reasons you wish to use this word
  • whether the organisation already exists, its current activities and future plans
  • details of any royal or government associations
  • details of leading members and membership numbers
  • if the name represents a pub, evidence of location and length of time in existence
  • evidence, if the word is a surname
  • any other relevant information

 

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CF10 3NQ

Duke

Duke

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact:

England & Northern Ireland:
E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected]

or write to: Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information

Ei Fawrhydi / Ei Mawrhydi

Ei Fawrhydi / Ei Mawrhydi

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

To speed up your application, please include:

  • The reasons you wish to use this word
  • Whether the organisation already exists, its current activities and future plans
  • Details of any royal or government associations
  • Details of leading members and membership numbers
  • If the name represents a pub, evidence of location and length of time in existence
  • Evidence, if the word is a surname
  • Any other relevant information

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CF10 3NQ

England

England

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even
if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of England anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England.

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.

English

English

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even
if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of England anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in England.

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.

Enterprise Trust

Enterprise Trust

To use this expression in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include 'Enterprise' in the name) the company should normally be limited by guarantee and include a non-profit distribution clause in the articles of association. Companys objects should normally include activities that are intended to support the community, for example, by providing advice on business start up, opportunities for training and development, or removing barriers to further education etc.

To support your application you will need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a relevant body such as a local Chamber of Commerce, a local authority, a bank or any other relevant organisation.

Family Trust

Family Trust

To use this expression in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include 'Family' in the name) the company should normally be one set up to hold funds in trust for young children or other family members or one linked to a property where a family member will become the beneficiary.

The company should be limited by guarantee and the articles of association should include a non-profit distribution clause. The objects should reflect the purpose of the trust.

Federation

Federation

To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause.

Financial Conduct Authority

Financial Conduct Authority

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Financial Reporting Council

Financial Reporting Council

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

General Counsel & Company Secretary
Financial Reporting Council
5th Floor, Aldwych House
71-91 Aldwych
London WC2B 4HN

Email: [email protected]

Financial Services Authority

Financial Services Authority

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Foundation

Foundation

To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include the following objects:

The objects can be added on the Summary Page for your company 

  • The objects of the company are to carry on activities including ... (to be entered) 
  • The company will work on the principle of making no Profit.
  • All financial activities will be regulated and watched by its members.
  • Any profits will be used to further the objects of the company and are not to be paid to the members as dividends.
  • If the Company is wound up or dissolved and after all its debts and liabilities have been satisfied, there remains any property it shall not be paid to or distributed among the members of the Company but shall be given or transferred to some other company or companies having similar objects.
  • The company has a pool of money or a regular source of finance available to sustain its objects
Friendly Society

Friendly Society

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Fund

Fund

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Government

Government

You cannot use this word if it implies a connection with Her Majesty's Government. If there is a connection you will need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government department or body

Gwasanaeth iechyd / Wasanaeth iechyd

Gwasanaeth iechyd / Wasanaeth iechyd

To use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

[email protected]

Welsh Government
Department of Health & Social Services
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ

Health and Safety Executive

Health and Safety Executive

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England, Wales and Scotland:

Health and Safety Executive
Redgrave Court Merton Road Bootle L20 7HS

Northern Ireland:

Health & Safety Executive for Northern Ireland
83 Ladas Drive
Belfast BT6 9FR

Email: [email protected]

Health Centre

Health Centre

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England:
Department of Health
Head of Brand Management
Skipton House
80 London Road
London SE1 6LH

Health Service

Health Service

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England:
Department of Health
Head of Brand Management
Skipton House
80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH

Health Visitor

Health Visitor

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Peter Pinto de Sa
Head of Office of the Chair and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London W1B 1PZ

Email:[email protected]

Her Majesty

Her Majesty

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (faster and preferred):[email protected] or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

His Majesty

His Majesty

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (faster and preferred):[email protected] or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word: information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; publications and if appropriate accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

House of Commons

House of Commons

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Corporate Officer of the House of Commons House of Commons Legal Services Office London SW1 0AA

House of Lords

House of Lords

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Corporate Officer of the House of Lords
Houses of Parliament
London
SW1A 0AA

HPSS / HSC

HPSS / HSC

To use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

[email protected]

Department of Health
Castle Buildings
Stormont
Belfast
BT4 3SQ

Inspectorate

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.

You will need to obtain confirmation (letter or email) from a government body or a relevant body, that it has no objection.

Institute

Institute

Approval to use this word is normally given only to fully functioning organisations that are established in the field but operate under a different name. The range of activities
may vary but institutes are organisations that typically undertake research at the highest level or are professional bodies of the highest standing. The factors we will take into account include:

  • whether there is a good reason for establishing the institute
  • whether the activities are regulated or unregulated
  • whether the organisation already exists in some form
  • the nature of any work it provides for other organisations
  • the relevance and nature of support from existing organisations
  • whether the institute offers training leading to its own qualifications
  • whether the institute provides training or activities that support qualifications provided by other bodies such as universities or colleges
  • whether the institutes activities are supported by or associated with activities undertaken by a government body, an independent organisation established in the field or a funding organisation

You will need to obtain the written views (letter or email) of one or more relevant bodies.

Institution

Institution

Approval to use this word is normally given only to fully functioning organisations that are established in the field but operate under a different name. The range of activities
may vary but institutes are organisations that typically undertake research at the highest level or are professional bodies of the highest standing. The factors we will take into account include:

  • whether there is a good reason for establishing the institute
  • whether the activities are regulated or unregulated
  • whether the organisation already exists in some form
  • the nature of any work it provides for other organisations
  • the relevance and nature of support from existing organisations
  • whether the institute offers training leading to its own qualifications
  • whether the institute provides training or activities that support qualifications provided by other bodies such as universities or colleges
  • whether the institutes activities are supported by or associated with activities undertaken by a government body, an independent organisation established in the field or a funding organisation

You will need to obtain the written views (letter or email) of one or more relevant bodies.

Insurance

Insurance

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Insurer

Insurer

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Judicial Appointment

Judicial Appointment

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Ministry of Justice
Democracy, Constitution and Law Group
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9A

King

King

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (faster & preferred) [email protected] or write to:

Cabinet office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; the history of the company/organisation and its future plans; details of any Royal or Government associations/leading members; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

Law Commission

Law Commission

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Ministry of Justice
Democracy, Constitution and Law Group
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ

Licensing

Licensing

This is normally associated with an authority that carries out licensing functions under the Licensing Act 2003. This includes, for example, the licensing of the sale of
alcohol, entertainment, films and clubs.

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.

You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection a relevant body Such as a local or specified public authority.

Llywodraeth / Lywodraeth

Llywodraeth / Lywodraeth

If your proposed name implies a connection with the Welsh government or a UK government department, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below:

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CF10 3NQ

Medical Centre

Medical Centre

You cannot use this expression in any part of the UK unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Office of the Permanent Secretary
Department of Health,
Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) C.4.15,
Castle Buildings
Stormont Estate
Belfast
BT4 3SQ

Email: [email protected]

Midwife

Midwife

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Peter Pinto de Sa
Head of Office of the Chair and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ

Email:[email protected]

Midwifery

Midwifery

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Peter Pinto de Sa
Head of Office of the Chair and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ

Email:[email protected]

Mòrachd / Mhòrachd

Mòrachd / Mhòrachd

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Scottish Government.

To speed up your application, please include:

  • The reason(s) you wish to use this word
  • Whether the organisation already exists, its current activities and future plans
  • Details of any royal or government associations 
  • Details of leading members and membership numbers
  • If the name represents a pub, evidence of location and length of time in existence
  • Evidence, if the word is a surname
  • Any other relevant information

[email protected]

Scottish Government
Protocol and Honours Team
Room 4N.02
St. Andrew’s House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG

Mutual

Mutual

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

National Audit Office

National Audit Office

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name you must provide a
letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

Email: [email protected]
National Audit Office
157-197 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SP

NHS

NHS

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department of Health
Head of Brand Management
Skipton House
80 London Road
London
SE1 6LH

Northern Ireland / of Northern Ireland / Northern Irish

Northern Ireland / of Northern Ireland / Northern Irish

Use in a name that does not imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly

Applications under the criteria set out below should be sent directly to Companies House.

  1. If you wish to use this word at the start of your proposed name or ‘of Northern Ireland’ anywhere in the name, you will need to demonstrate that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its sector. You should also provide the views or supporting evidence from an independent source, such as a trade association or other private or public body you work with. The situation of the company’s registered office must be in Northern Ireland. In the case of a business name, the principal place of business must be in Northern Ireland. Please confirm the address with your application.

  2. If this word is not the first word in your proposed name it will normally be allowed if the company’s registered office is in Northern Ireland. In the case of a business name, the principal place of business must be in Northern Ireland. Please confirm the address with your application.

Use in a name that could imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly

If your proposed name is likely to imply a connection with the Northern Ireland Assembly, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from this body. The situation of the company’s registered office should be in Northern Ireland. In the case of a business name, the principal place of business must be in Northern Ireland. Please confirm the address with your application.

You should only contact the Northern Ireland Assembly if the name is likely to imply a connection with this body.

[email protected]

Northern Ireland Assembly
Parliament Buildings
Ballymiscaw
Stormont
Belfast
BT4 3XX

Nurse

Nurse

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that
it has no objection.

Peter Pinto de Sa
Head of Office of the Chair and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ

Email:[email protected]

Nursing

Nursing

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Peter Pinto de Sa
Head of Office of the Chair and Chief Executive
Nursing & Midwifery Council
23 Portland Place
London
W1B 1PZ

Email:[email protected]

Oifis sgrùdaidh

Oifis sgrùdaidh

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Audit Scotland.

[email protected]

Audit Scotland
110 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4LH

Oilthigh / T-Oilthigh / Oilthighean / H-Oilthighean

Oilthigh / T-Oilthigh / Oilthighean / H-Oilthighean

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Scottish Government.

[email protected]

Scottish Government
Advanced Learning and Science Directorate
5 Atlantic Quay
150 Broomielaw
Glasgow
G2 8LG

Ombudsman / Ombwdsmon

Ombudsman / Ombwdsmon

To use this word in your proposed name the company or business should be:A statutory organisation appointed by government authorised to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against private or public institutions. These organisations may request relevant information from parties in relation to a dispute; or

A non-statutory body which:

  • is certified as a provider of alternate dispute resolution by Trading Standards Institute or other competent authority set out in the Consumer Protection, Alternative Dispute Resolution for Consumer Disputes (Competent Authorities and Information) Regulations 2015
  • is an ombudsman level member of the British Ombudsman Association
  • has a proven track record in dispute resolution in respect of the activity that forms the basis of your application. We would normally expect a track record of at least 12 months.

To support the application, please provide:

  • evidence of certification by the relevant Competent Authority
  • a copy of a letter or email from the Ombudsman Association (or other evidence) confirming your ombudsman level membership
  • evidence of providing dispute resolution for consumers in the sector you wish to operate in, including membership numbers, member names and examples of case studies relating to dispute resolution

If you don’t meet all of these requirements, you may wish to register under a different name and reapply at a later date.

Parlamaid / Pharlamaid / Parlamaidean

Parlamaid / Pharlamaid / Parlamaidean

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

[email protected]

The Secretary
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP

Parliament

Parliament

You cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below.

The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and separately
The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons
Houses of Parliament
London
SW1A 0AA

Parliamentarian

Parliamentarian

You cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below.

The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords and separately
The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons
Houses of Parliament
London
SW1A 0AA

Parliamentary

Parliamentary

You cannot use this word unless you provide a letter or email of non-objection from the bodies shown below.

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

Patent / Patentee

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office.

[email protected]

Intellectual Property Office
PDTMD Legal Section
Concept House
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8QQ

Pensions Trust

Pensions Trust

To use the expression Pensions Trust or Staff Trust in your proposed name (or if the company is this type of trust but does not include Pension or Staff in the name) the companys objects should be to manage pension scheme funds held in trust. The name of the company should normally include the name of the parent company.

You may need to comply with the requirements of the Pensions Regulator at http://www.thepensionsregulator.gov.uk/
You may also need to be registered with Her Majestys Revenue and Customs.

Police

Police

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England & Wales: Home Office
Policing Strategy Team Crime and Policing Group Fry Building
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF

Polytechnic

Polytechnic

You cannot use this word unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Higher Education Governance
Level 3, Kingsgate House
66-74 Victoria Street
London
SW1E 6SW

Post Office

Post Office

The Post Office is part of Royal Mail Holdings plc, which is majority owned by the UK
government through the Shareholder Executive. You cannot use this expression without a letter or email of non-objection from:

Post Office Limited
148 Old Street
London
EC1V 9HQ

Prifysgol / Phrifysgol / Brifysgol

Prifysgol / Phrifysgol / Brifysgol

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Government.

[email protected]

Branding Manager
Communications Division
Welsh Government
Higher Education Governance
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ

Prince

Prince

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected] or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

Princess

Princess

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected] or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

Prudential

Prudential

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Public Health Agency

Public Health Agency

To use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Public Health Agency.

Contact form

HSC Public Health Agency
Linenhall Street Unit
12-22 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BS

Queen

Queen

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England & Northern Ireland:

E-mail (preferred & faster): [email protected]

or write to: Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents the name of a street please provide evidence of location; if the
name is a surname please include this information in your email (or letter); if appropriate, provide details of long usage and any other relevant information.

Reassurance

Reassurance

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Reassurer

Reassurer

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Registered Society

Registered Society

As the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulate Registered Societies (formerly Industrial and Provident Societies), you must provide an email or letter of non- objection from the FCA Email: [email protected]

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Registrar

Registrar

This word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. If this applies then 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.

You will also need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body.

Regulation Authority

Regulation Authority

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Regulator

Regulator

This word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession.

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. You will also need to obtain confirmation (letter or email) from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body, that it has no objection.

Reinsurance

Reinsurance

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Reinsurer

Reinsurer

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Riaghaltas / Riaghaltais / Riaghaltasan

Riaghaltas / Riaghaltais / Riaghaltasan

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

[email protected]

The Secretary
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body
The Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP

Royal

Royal

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact:

England & Northern Ireland:
E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected]
or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London 
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

Royalty

Royalty

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. Contact:

England & Northern Ireland:
E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected]
or write to:

Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

Scotland

Scotland

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Scottish Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Scotland anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Scotland.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal
place of business should be in Scotland.

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.

Scottish

Scottish

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Scottish Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Scotland anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field. You will also need to provide independent support from a representative body, trade association or other relevant body The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Scotland.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal
place of business should be in Scotland.

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.

Senedd Cymru

Senedd Cymru

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament.

[email protected]

Clerk of the Senedd
Welsh Parliament
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1SN

Sheffield

Sheffield

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

The Company of Cutlers
C/O Franks & Co,
15 Jessops Riverside,
Brightside Lane,
Sheffield,
S9 2RX

Siambr Fasnach / Siambrau Masnach

Siambr Fasnach / Siambrau Masnach

To use ‘Siambr Fasnach’ (including its plural forms) in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

[email protected]

British Chambers of Commerce
65 Petty France
London
SW1H 9EU

Social Service

Social Service

This expression implies a connection with a local authority Social Services department with access rights to sensitive personal information. You will not be able to use this word unless the appropriate local authority or other relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Society

Society

To use this word the company should normally be limited by guarantee. The articles of association should include objects that reflect the specific purpose of the company and a non-profit distribution clause, which provides that any profits should be used to further the objects of the company and not paid to the members as dividends. The articles should also include a one member one vote clause.

Special School

Special School

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England:
Department for Education
2 St Paul's Place
125 Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2FJ

Standards

Standards

You cannot use this word if it implies that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. 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.

You will also need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body.

Stock Exchange

Stock Exchange

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

The Governor and Company of the Bank of England

The Governor and Company of the Bank of England

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name you must provide a
letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

Email: [email protected]
Bank of England
Threadneedle Street
London
EC2R 8AH

The Pensions Advisory Service

The Pensions Advisory Service

You cannot use this expression unless the department shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Department for Work and Pensions
Protection and Stewardship,
7 floor, Caxton House
6-12 Tothill Street
London
SW1H 9NA

Trade Union

Trade Union

Section 10 (3) of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, prohibits a trade union from being registered as a company under the Companies Act
2006.

Tribunal

Tribunal

This word could imply that the company has a regulatory role such as a governing, supervisory or representative body of an activity, trade, business or profession. If this applies, 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.

You will also need to provide a letter or email of non-objection from a government body, a local or specified public authority or a relevant body.

Trust

Trust

Approval to use the word trust depends on the reasons you wish to use it in your proposed name. We will consider each application on its merits but to use this word your organisation should normally be one of the following trusts:

  • Artistic,
  • Educational,
  • Charitable,
  • Enterprise,
  • Family Investment,
  • Financial, Pensions,
  • Staff
  • Unit Trust

The requirements for the approval are set out below:
Trust - Please note - the relevant charity Regulator should not be contacted about the word trust. To use the word trust the company should normally be limited by guarantee and a non-profit distribution clause should be included in the articles of association. The objects of the company should be charitable in nature, for example, the prevention or relief of poverty or disadvantaged people or the advancement of education, religion, the arts, culture, heritage or science.

Underwrite

Underwrite

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Underwriting

Underwriting

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Unit Trust

Unit Trust

To use the expression Unit Trust (including if the company is this type of trust but does not include Unit in the name) the company should be one which is a type of open ended collective investment fund. The FCA regulates unit trusts in the UK under their Collective Investment Scheme rules.

To use this expression you will need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from:

Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

University

University

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Use where the registered office of the proposed company will be in:

England and Wales:
Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Higher Education Governance
1 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0ET

Wales

Wales

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Welsh Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Wales anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field.

To support your application you will also need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Wales.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in Wales.

If you want to use the word because it is a surname, it will normally be allowed if you include forenames or initials.

Welsh

Welsh

This word cannot be used in any part of your company name if it implies a connection with the Welsh Government, a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. This applies even if the word is your surname.

If you wish to use this word at the start of your company name or of Wales anywhere in the name, you will need to show that the company is pre-eminent or very substantial in its field.

To support your application you will also need to obtain the views (letter or email) of a representative body, trade association or other relevant body. The companys registered office or principal place of business should be in Wales.

If the word is used elsewhere in the name, the companys registered office or principal place of business must be in Wales.

If you want to use the word because it is a surname, it will normally be allowed if you include forenames or initials.

Welsh Parliament

Welsh Parliament

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament.

[email protected]

Clerk of the Senedd
Welsh Parliament
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF99 1SN

Windsor

Windsor

You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

England & Northern Ireland:
E-mail (faster & preferred): [email protected]

or write to:
Cabinet Office
Constitutional Policy Team
4th Floor (South 1)
1 Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ

To support and speed up your application please email the Cabinet Office with as much information as possible such as the reason(s) you wish to use this word; information about the company/organisation and its future plans; its present administration and activities; details of any Royal or Government associations; details of leading members and membership numbers; details of any publications and if appropriate, accounts for the last 3 years.

If you wish to use the name to represent an existing public house, hotel or similar establishment please provide evidence including the length of time it has existed; if the name represents a street name, evidence of location; if the name is a surname; if it has long usage and any other relevant information.

  

Class 2 Sensitive Words & Expressions

Words or expressions in the following list need the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use any of them in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

The following 48 words fall under these restrictions:

SE

SE

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression in this form (upper or lower case) at the start or end of your proposed name unless you are a Societas Europaea (European Company). 

Accountancy and Actuarial Discipline Board

Accountancy and Actuarial Discipline Board

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Financial Reporting Council
8th Floor
125 London Wall
London
EC2Y 5AS

Email: [email protected]

Accounting Council

Accounting Council

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Financial Reporting Council
8th Floor
125 London Wall
London
EC2Y 5AS

Email: [email protected]

Actuarial Council

Actuarial Council

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Financial Reporting Council
8th Floor
125 London Wall
London
EC2Y 5AS

Email: [email protected]

Advocate General

Advocate General

The use of this expression or anything similar in your proposed name implies a connection with the Office of the Advocate General for Scotland. If you resubmit your application, you must include a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

[email protected]

Advocate General
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ

Agency

Agency

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

This word will normally be allowed provided it does not imply a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Assembly

Assembly

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word if it implies a connection with a government department or body, or a local or specified public authority unless the relevant body confirms (letter or email) it has no objection

Audit and Assurance Council

Audit and Assurance Council

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) it has no objection.

Financial Reporting Council
8th Floor
125 London Wall
London
EC2Y 5AS

Email: [email protected]

Authority

Authority

This word is often associated with public authorities. Please ensure the use of this word in your proposed name does not imply a connection with a public authority, a government department or body or a devolved administration or a local authority.

Border Agency

Border Agency

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As these expressions imply a connection with the Border Force or UK Visas and Immigration, (both part of the Home Office), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Home Office.

Email: [email protected]

Border Force

Border Force

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As these expressions imply a connection with the Border Force or UK Visas and Immigration, (both part of the Home Office), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Home Office.

Email: [email protected]

Cabinet Office

Cabinet Office

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

This expression implies a connection with the Her Majestys Government. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Cabinet Office
70 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2AS

Cadw

Cadw

To use this word in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from Cadw.

[email protected]

Cadw
Welsh Government
Plas Carew
Unit 5/7 Cefn Coed
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ

Corporate Reporting Council

Corporate Reporting Council

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Financial Reporting Council.

[email protected]

Financial Reporting Council
8th Floor
125 London Wall
London
EC2Y 5AS

Court

Court

If your proposed name implies a connection with a court or tribunal administered by HM Courts and Tribunal Service, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Ministry of Justice.

Ministry of Justice
102 Petty France
London
SW1H 9AJ

Name of court or tribunalName of court or tribunal
Administrative Court Court of Protection
Admiralty Court Family Division of the High Court
Business and Property Courts Insolvency and Companies List
Chancery Division of the High Court Intellectual Property Enterprise Court
Circuit Commercial Court Patents Court
Companies Court Planning Court
Court of Appeal King’s Bench Division of the High Court
Court of Appeal Civil Division Technology and Construction Court
Court of Appeal Criminal Division Senior Court Costs Office
Crime Squad

Crime Squad

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As these expressions imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the NCA.

Email: [email protected]

National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

Contact Form

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
Alexander Bain House
Atlantic Quay
15 York Street
Glasgow
G2 8JQ

Criminal Intelligence Service

Criminal Intelligence Service

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As these expressions imply a connection with activities carried out by the National Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the NCA.

Email: [email protected]

National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF

Crown Estate

Crown Estate

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression in a proposed name because it implies a connection with the Crown Estate organisation, which manages property and land owned by the
Sovereign on behalf of Her Majestys Government.

If you decide to submit your application you will need to include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant Crown Estates office. Further information about the Crown Estate can be found at

http://www.thecrownestate.co.uk/contact-us/

EMAS

EMAS

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England, Wales and Scotland:

Health and Safety Executive
(1G) Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS

Employment Medical Advisory Service

Employment Medical Advisory Service

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

England, Wales and Scotland:

Health and Safety Executive
(1G) Redgrave Court
Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS

Health and Social Care

Health and Social Care

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression because it implies a connection with the Department of Health or activities provided by a local authority.

If you decide to resubmit your application please provide a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from the Department of Health or relevant local authority.

Higher Education

Higher Education

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection. If you decide to submit your application please provide a copy of the letter or email of non-objection.

England:
Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Higher Education Governance
1 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0ET

Home Office

Home Office

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

If this expression implies a connection with the Home Office you will need to obtain a letter or email of non-objection from

Home Office
Direct Communications Unit
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF

Email: [email protected]

Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru

Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection for the relevant body.

[email protected]

Welsh Government
Department of Health & Social Services
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ

Intellectual Property Office

Intellectual Property Office

To use either of these expressions in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office.

[email protected]

Intellectual Property Office
PDTMD Legal Section
Concept House
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8QQ

Lord Advocate

Lord Advocate

To use this expression in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Advocate General’s office.

[email protected]

Advocate General
Victoria Quay
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ

National Crime Agency

National Crime Agency

The use of this expression or anything similar in your proposed name is likely to imply a connection with this body. If you submit your application, please include a letter or email of non-objection from the NCA.

[email protected]

National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF

National Health Service

National Health Service

Please Note: This is different to the Class 1 Sensitive Word: NHS

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Department of Health & Social Care.

Contact Form: General enquiries

Ministerial Correspondence and Public Enquiries
Department of Health and Social Care
39 Victoria Street
London
SW1H 0EU

Notarial

Notarial

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title.

England & Wales
The Faculty Office
1 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JT

Email: [email protected]

Notary

Notary

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title.

England & Wales
The Faculty Office
1 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JT

Email: [email protected]

Notary Public

Notary Public

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word or expression in your proposed name unless the body
shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title.
England & Wales
The Faculty Office
1 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JT

Email: [email protected]

Nuclear Installation

Nuclear Installation

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

The Office for Nuclear regulation (ONR) is responsible for the licensing and regulation of all Nuclear installations in the UK. To support your application, you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the ONR.

Email: [email protected]

Office for Nuclear Regulation Building
4 Redgrave Court Merton Road
Bootle
L20 7HS

Office of the Public Guardian

Office of the Public Guardian

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Office of the Public Guardian.

[email protected]

Office of the Public Guardian
PO Box 16185
Birmingham
B2 2WH

Ordnance Survey

Ordnance Survey

You cannot use the expression in your proposed name unless the bofy shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Ordanance Survey,
Explorer House,
Adanac Drive,
Southampton,
SO16 0AS

Email: [email protected]

Primary Education

Primary Education

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression if your proposed name implies a connection with education services provided by a local authority. If appropriate you should include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from a relevant local authority

Public Health England

Public Health England

To use these expressions or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection for the relevant body.

England

[email protected]

Wellington House
133-155 Waterloo Road
London
SE1 8UG

Revenue and Customs

Revenue and Customs

To use this expression in your proposed name please provide a letter or email of non-objection from HM Revenue and Customs.

[email protected]

Corporate Communications
HM Revenue and Customs
100 Parliament Street
London
SW1A 2BQ

Scrivener

Scrivener

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word/expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title.

The Faculty Office
1 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JT

Email: [email protected]

Scrivener Notary

Scrivener Notary

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this word/expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use this title.

The Faculty Office
1 The Sanctuary
London
SW1P 3JT

Email: [email protected]

Secondary Education

Secondary Education

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression if your proposed name implies a connection with education services provided by a local authority. If appropriate your application should include a copy of a letter or email of non-objection from a relevant local authority.

Select Committee

Select Committee

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

This expression normally implies a connection with the House of Commons. You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Corporate Officer of the House of Commons Houses of Commons Legal Services Office
London
SW1A 0AA

Serious Organised Crime

Serious Organised Crime

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As this expression could imply a connection with activities carried out by the National
Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the
NCA.

Email: [email protected]
National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF

SOCA

SOCA

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

As this expression could imply a connection with activities carried out by the National
Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the
NCA.

Email: [email protected]
National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF
As this expression could imply a connection with activities carried out by the National
Crime Agency (NCA), you must provide an email or letter of non-objection from the
NCA.

Email: [email protected]
National Crime Agency
Units 1-6 Citadel Place
Tinworth Street
London
SE11 5EF

Social Security and Child Support

Social Security and Child Support

The use of this expression in a proposed name could imply a connection with services provided by the Department for Work and Pensions or Northern Ireland Child Maintenance Service. If you submit your application, please include a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant body.

England, Wales and Scotland

online contact form

Northern Ireland

[email protected]

UK Government

UK Government

The use of this expression in a proposed name is likely to imply a connection with the UK Government or a government department. If you decide to proceed with your application, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the relevant government body.

UKIPO

UKIPO

To use this expression in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of non-objection from the Intellectual Property Office.

[email protected]

Intellectual Property Office
PDTMD Legal Section
Concept House
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8QQ

Welsh Government / Welsh Assembly Government

Welsh Government / Welsh Assembly Government

To use this expression or anything similar in your proposed name, please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the Welsh Parliament.

[email protected]

Clerk of the Senedd
Welsh Parliament
Cardiff Bay
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Class 3 Sensitive Words & Expressions

Certain words or expressions are covered by other legislation and their use in company names might be a criminal offence.

If you want to use any of these words or expressions in your company name, then you should contact the relevant regulatory authority or ask us for advice before proceeding.

We may seek independent advice from the relevant body.

The following 92 words fall under these restrictions:

Anzac

Anzac

This word is protected under section 1 of the Anzac (Restriction on Trade Use of Word) Act 1916 and will not be allowed in a company or business name.

Apothecary

Apothecary

This title is protected by The Medical Act 1983. To support your application to use this expression in a company or business name, please provide evidence of your inclusion on the GMC Medical register.

Architect

Architect

With the exception of naval architect, landscape architect or golf-course architect, the use of this word is controlled under section 20 of the Architects Registration Act 1997.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Architects Registration Board
8 Weymouth Street
London W1W 5BU

Email: [email protected]

Art Therapist

Art Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B.

Email: [email protected]

Arts Psychotherapist

Arts Psychotherapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Atius

Atius

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Attorney General

Attorney General

You cannot use this expression because it implies a connection with the office of the Attorney General, the chief legal advisor to the Crown.

Bachelor of Medicine

Bachelor of Medicine

This expression is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this expression in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

Biomedical Scientist

Biomedical Scientist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Building Society

Building Society

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 North Colonnade Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Chemist

Chemist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Chiropodist

Chiropodist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Chiropractic Physician

Chiropractic Physician

These words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Chief Executive,
General Chiropractiuc Council,
44 Wicklow Street,
London,
WC1X 9HL

Email: [email protected]

Chiropractic Practitioner

Chiropractic Practitioner

These words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Chief Executive,
General Chiropractiuc Council,
44 Wicklow Street,
London,
WC1X 9HL

Email: [email protected]

Chiropractioner

Chiropractioner

These words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Chief Executive,
General Chiropractiuc Council,
44 Wicklow Street,
London,
WC1X 9HL

Email: [email protected]

Chiropractor

Chiropractor

These words and expressions are controlled by the Chiropractors Act 1994. You cannot use this word unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Chief Executive,
General Chiropractiuc Council,
44 Wicklow Street,
London,
WC1X 9HL

Email: [email protected]

Ciatus, Altius, Forius, Faster, Higher, Stronger

Ciatus, Altius, Forius, Faster, Higher, Stronger

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Citius

Citius

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Clinical psychologist

Clinical psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Clinical Scientist

Clinical Scientist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Commonhold Association

Commonhold Association

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use the expression Commonhold Association in your proposed name unless the company is a Commonhold Association and meets the requirements of The Commonhold (Amendment) Regulations 2009 (SI No. 2363). In addition this expression can only be used at the end of your proposed name. These regulations also require the company to be limited by guarantee.

Community Benefit Society

Community Benefit Society

This expression can only be used by a society registered under the Co-operative and
Community Benefit Societies Act 2014. For further information, please contact the body
shown below.

Email: [email protected]
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London
E14 5HS

Contact Lense

Contact Lense

You cannot use this expression unless you are a registered medical practitioner, a registered optometrist or a registered dispensing optitian authorised to carry out this activity. You will need to provide evidence of registration with your application. Alternatively, if you are a manufacturer or supplier of contact lenses you will need to confirm this in writing with you application.

Counselling Psychologist

Counselling Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Credit Union

Credit Union

This expression is controlled by the Credit Union Act 1979. you cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

Sensitive Names Team,
Financial Conduct Authority,
25 The North Colonnade,
Canary Wharf,
London
E14 5HS

Email: [email protected]

Diagnostic Radiographer

Diagnostic Radiographer

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Dietician

Dietician

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Dietitian

Dietitian

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Dispensing Chemist

Dispensing Chemist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Dispensing Druggist

Dispensing Druggist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Dispensing Optician

Dispensing Optician

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Doctor of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine

The Medical Act 1983 protects this title. Your application must include evidence you
are authorised to use this title, such as a copy of your practising certificate or
evidence of your inclusion on the List of Registered Medical Practitioners.

Drama Therapist

Drama Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Druggist

Druggist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Educational Psychologist

Educational Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Enrolled Optician

Enrolled Optician

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Faster

Faster

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Forensic Psychologist

Forensic Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Fortius

Fortius

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

General Practitioner

General Practitioner

This expression is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this expression in your company name unless your professional body professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

Geneva Cross

Geneva Cross

This expression is controlled by the Geneva Convention Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company name.

Health Psychologist

Health Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Hearing Aid Dispenser

Hearing Aid Dispenser

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Higher

Higher

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Industrial and Provident Society

Industrial and Provident Society

This word or expression needs the approval of the Secretary of State.

If you want to use it in your company name you will need to write first to the relevant body to ask if they have any objection to its use.

When you apply for approval to use the name you should tell Companies House that you have written to the relevant body and enclose a copy of the reply you have received.

You cannot use this expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or
email) it has no objection.

Sensitive Business Names Team
Financial Conduct Authority
25 The North Colonnade
Canary Wharf
London E14 5HS
Email: [email protected]

Licentiate in medicine and surgery

Licentiate in medicine and surgery

This title is protected by The Medical Act 1983. To support your application , please provide evidence of your inclusion on the GMC Medical register.

Music Therapist

Music Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Occupational Psychologist

Occupational Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Olympiad

Olympiad

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Olympian

Olympian

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Olympic

Olympic

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Operating Department Practitioner

Operating Department Practitioner

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Ophthalmic Optician

Ophthalmic Optician

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist

To use this title in your proposed name, please provide an email or letter of authorisation from The Royal College of Ophthalmologists.

[email protected]

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists
18 Stephenson Way
London
NW1 2HD

Optician

Optician

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Optometrist

Optometrist

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Orthoptist

Orthoptist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Orthotist

Orthotist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Paralympiad

Paralympiad

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Paralympian

Paralympian

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Paralympic

Paralympic

The words Olympic, Olympian, Olympiad, Paralympic, Paralympian and Paralympiad plus their plurals, translations and anything similar to them are protected by the Olympic Symbol ect (Protection) Act 1995. To use any of these words and expressions you must obtain the writted consent of:

British Olympic Association,
60 Charlotte Street,
London,
W1T 2NU

Email: [email protected]

Paramedic

Paramedic

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Pharmaceutical

Pharmaceutical

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Pharmaceutical Chemist

Pharmaceutical Chemist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Pharmaceutical Druggist

Pharmaceutical Druggist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Pharmaceutist

Pharmaceutist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Pharmacist

Pharmacist

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

These words and expressions are protected titles and controlled by section 78 of the Medicines Act 1968. You cannot use any of these titles in your company name unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title.

England, Wales and Scotland:
The General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Physician

Physician

This word is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use it in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. Email: [email protected]

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Podiatrist

Podiatrist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Practitioner Psychologist

Practitioner Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Prothetist

Prothetist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Radiographer

Radiographer

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council, 
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Red Crescent

Red Crescent

These expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name.

Red Cross

Red Cross

These expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name.

Red Lion and Sun

Red Lion and Sun

These expressions are protected controlled by the Geneva Conventions Act 1957 and will not be permitted for use in a company or business name.

Registered Optician

Registered Optician

This expression is controlled by the Opticians Act 1989. You cannot use it unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that is has no objection.

The Registrar,
General Optical Council,
41 Harley Street,
London
W1G 8DJ

Email: [email protected]

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Social worker

Social worker

To use the protected title ‘Social worker’ in your proposed name please provide a letter or email of non-objection from the body shown below.

England

[email protected]

Social Work England
1 North Bank
Blonk Street
Sheffield
S3 8JY

Northern Ireland

[email protected]

Northern Ireland Social Care Council
7th Floor Millennium House
25 Great Victoria Street
Belfast
BT2 7AQ

Scotland

Contact form

The Scottish Social Services Council
Compass House
11 Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD1 4NY

Wales

[email protected]

Social Care Wales
South Gate House
Wood Street
Cardiff
CF10 1EW

Solicitor

Solicitor

Different Requirements apply for companies Registered in England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.

ENGLAND AND WALES:
Email (preferred): [email protected]
The Solicitors Regulatory Authority,
Operations,
The Cube,
199 Wharfside Street,
Birmingham,
B1 1RN

SCOTLAND:
The Law Society of Scotland,
26 Drumsheugh Gardens,
Edinburgh,
EH3 7YR

NORTHERN IRELAND:
The Law Society of Northern Ireland
96 Victoria Street,
Belfast,
BT1 3GN

Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Speech Therapist

Speech Therapist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Spirit in Motion

Spirit in Motion

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects this expression including
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Sport and Exercise Psychologist

Sport and Exercise Psychologist

These words and expressions are protected titles and require prior approval (letter or email) from the Health Professions Council who can be contacted at:

Registration Department,
Health Professions Council,
Park House,
184 Kennington Park Road,
London
SE11 4B

Email: [email protected]

Stronger

Stronger

The Olympic Symbol etc. (Protection) Act 1995 protects these words including their
plurals, translations and anything similar. Its use in a company or business name
could commit an offence. If you decide to proceed with your application, please seek
the views of the BOA and include a copy of their response.

Email: [email protected]
British Olympic Association
60 Charlotte Street
London
W1T 2NU

Surgeon

Surgeon

This word is a protected title controlled by section 49 of the Medical Act 1983. You cannot use this word in your company name unless your professional body confirms (letter or email) that you are authorised to use the relevant title. Email: [email protected]

Vet

Vet

These words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

The Registrar,
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons,
62-64 Horseferry Rd,
London,
SW1P 2AF

Email: info@ rcvs.org.uk

Veterinary

Veterinary

These words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

The Registrar,
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons,
62-64 Horseferry Rd,
London,
SW1P 2AF

Email: info@ rcvs.org.uk

Veterinary Practitioner

Veterinary Practitioner

These words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

The Registrar,
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons,
62-64 Horseferry Rd,
London,
SW1P 2AF

Email: info@ rcvs.org.uk

Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon

These words and expressions are controlled by the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966. You cannot use this word or expression unless the body shown below confirms (letter or email) that it has no objection.

The Registrar,
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons,
62-64 Horseferry Rd,
London,
SW1P 2AF

Email: info@ rcvs.org.uk