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317: Clause 87, page 100, line 34, at end insert— “(aa) if the name change is by deed poll, seven days prior to submitting an application for change of name (if that day is earlier than the day specified in paragraph (a)), or” Member’s explanatory statement This amendment clarifies that if a person is changing their name by deed poll, they must notify a new name to the police prior to submitting the application.