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The UK's regulatory framework for strategic export controls and the circumstances where you might need an export licence.
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...
Apply for changes to your marketing authorisation, including minor variations type IA and IB, major variations type II and extensions.
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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Use an OGEL to export controlled dual-use or military goods, software and technology overseas.
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Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
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Documents, certificates, letters and notes available at the British Embassy and Consulates in China.
The process of taking or giving evidence from abroad for UK court cases and rules on which countries allow it.
Volume 20 of the non-technical summaries granted under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 during 2013.
Find out information on the UK's tax treaties, related taxation documents and multilateral agreements.
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