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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...
The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.
Use this form to file a translation in connection with a European patent or a European patent application
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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
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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Look up a trade mark to see if something identical or similar to your brand is already registered.
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Volume 20 of the non-technical summaries granted under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 during 2013.
How to choose data tools and infrastructure that are flexible, scalable, sustainable and secure.
How to apply for an exemption to use a restricted substance to manufacture electrical and electronic equipment.
A CV is a summary of your skills, achievements and experience that you use to apply for jobs. Check advice on what to include and how to make it stand out.
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Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
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