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The Domains Team will check if you have the necessary permission to apply for a domain name from a person representing your organisation. This person will vary depending on the organisation you are applying from.

Parish, neighbourhood, village and community councils

The Domains Team will only accept domain name applications from the clerk of the parish or community council as they have the authority to represent these councils. Clerks do not need to submit the template below with their application.

Central government departments and agencies

You must get written permission from your Chief Information Officer or equivalent if youre applying on behalf of a central government department or agency.

All other public sector organisations

You must get written permission from your Chief Executive or equivalent.

Acceptable permission sources and template wording

You can provide a pdf attachment or screenshot of written permission you have received through email as long as it comes from the person who has authority to approve and there is an auditable email address visible.

You can use the following email template to get permission:

Dear Domains Team,

I am [insert job role - CEO, CIO or equivalent] of [your organisation] and confirm I have the authority to request the [insert domain name].gov.uk third-level domain name to be delegated to my organisation.

[Date]

Yours sincerely,

[Digital Signature]

[Insert Name]

[Job title]

[Insert Telephone]

[Insert Email]