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Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
Check the patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
How to get fast-track approval of medical devices during COVID-19.
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Find registered designs in the UK
Get endorsement and approval to apply for the Global Talent visa to work in the UK as a leader in arts and culture - architecture, fashion, film, television.
Information on COVID-19, including guidance on the assessment and management of suspected UK cases.
Nominate someone for an honour or bravery award (called a gallantry award), read the New Year honours list - BEMs, MBEs, OBEs, knighthoods, outstanding achievements and contributions to public life.
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) fee structure.
The British Library (BL) is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the world’s largest libraries. Its collections include more than 150 million items, in over 400 languages including books, magazines, manuscripts, maps, music scores, newspapers, patents,...
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How to apply for a fisheries dispensation from UK laws to carry out scientific research from a fishing vessel in English waters.
What private maritime security companies (PMSCs) need to provide to comply with licence conditions.
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