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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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Order birth, adoption, marriage, civil partnership and death certificates from the General Register Office (GRO) - find GRO index numbers
Information about the DCIA programme, with guidance on how to participate in the Pilot competition
Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
You must tell DVLA if you have a brain abscess, cyst or encephalitis - download the correct form to let them know
Guidance on how to prove someone’s identity or give them access to your service or organisation.
Information on carrying medicine containing controlled drugs for individual travellers entering or leaving the UK.
Monitor the progress of a patent application through search reports, open to the public inspection files, and caveats.
Use supplementary pages SA109 to record your residence and domicile status on your SA100 Tax Return.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
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
How to get fast-track approval of medical devices during COVID-19.
Official information for UK nationals living in or moving to Belarus, including guidance on residency, passports and healthcare.
Information and guidance on a range of medical devices for users and patients.
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Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in the European Union and the European Economic Area (EEA).
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