I’ve been divorced and I want to drop my married name and either revert to my maiden name or take a new surname. What are the formalities and legalities connected with this?
If you just wish to go back to using your maiden name you shouldn’t need to do anything other than contact people like your bank and the DSS informing them of the change. They may wish to see your divorce certificate. If you want to adopt a new surname you will probably need a change of name deed, drawn up by a solicitor, although for everyday purposes you can ask people to call you by whatever name you choose.