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The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright. IPO is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology , supported...
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How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
The National Archives is the official archive and publisher for the UK government and for England and Wales. It is the guardian of some of our most iconic national documents, dating back over 1,000 years. The National Archives is a...
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Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
Nigeria is subject to regional controls governing small arms and light weapons.
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
Use a global project licence to simplify the export of military goods and technology classed as collaborative defence projects.
Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
Guidance on patents hearings and how to appeal against an outcome.
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
How to get fast-track approval of medical devices during COVID-19.
Owners and vets can use this form to confirm an XL Bully dog has been neutered.
The process of taking or giving evidence from abroad for UK court cases and rules on which countries allow it.
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