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A copyright notice is a concise note published by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) providing basic copyright guidance.
How to work out the VAT on building work and materials if you're a contractor, subcontractor or developer.
You can claim a relief to pay no Customs Duty and VAT if you're importing inherited goods into the UK.
To help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Indonesia.
If someone dies without a will or known family, their ownerless property (bona vacantia) goes to the crown - check if you're an entitled relative, search for an estate, refer or claim on an estate
Intellectual property can be bought, sold or licensed.
What you need to know and do to export or import objects of cultural interest.
This guidance relates to the legal criteria for determining whether a building is considered a higher-risk building under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Higher-Risk Buildings (Descriptions and Supplementary Provisions) Regulations 2023. It relates to the definition of higher-risk...
A patent registers your invention and lets you take legal action against anyone who makes, uses, sells or imports your invention without your permission.
Information from the National Health Service on conditions, treatments, local services and healthy living
Find out when the Environment Agency classes a motor vehicle as waste and waste controls apply.
A domain name is an important asset and is not protected by default. Follow these recommendations to keep your domain secure.
You must tell DVLA if you suffer from ankylosing spondylitis and it affects your ability to drive safely - download the correct form to let them know
How to change the ownership from one marketing authorisation (MA) holder to another.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in China, including guidance on residency, healthcare and travel.
A to Z on content relating to infectious diseases.
Licensing requirements for importers and exporters, duty rates, reliefs and import VAT for printed books, newspapers and related products.
How UK nationals who plan to live in Spain for more than 3 months must register as a resident and on the padrón at their town hall.
This page provides practical information to help you make the most of your IP when doing business in Kazakhstan.
Individual Regulatory Articles (RA) relating to the 5000 series.
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