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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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Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate to study in the UK.
How to object to the registration of a lasting or enduring power of attorney - including forms and fees
An overview of the process including submitting or fast tracking an application, naming your medicine and paying fees.
Check how much your visa application costs in the country you’re in
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
Guidance for organisations involved in any aspect of the pharmaceutical lifecycle or GLP studies regulated by MHRA, covering the approval of paper documents when working from home
Student visa - check which courses you can study, prepare supporting documents, apply, what happens at the UK border
Short-term study visa - prepare supporting documents, apply, book and attend an appointment, what happens at the UK border
Apply for a Minister of Religion visa (T2) if you've been offered a job in a faith community - eligibility, extend or switch, knowledge of English, bring your family
The Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) is a US Department of Defense (DoD) programme.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with neurological disorders.
This is advice for UK sponsors whose students are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Find schemes that have told HMRC they meet the conditions to be a recognised overseas pension scheme (ROPS).
Check the patents journal to find UK-registered patents granted, published and filed
These temporary good manufacturing practice (GMP) flexibilities will be allowed to address the current exceptional circumstances
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