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How to get permission to copy a creative work for which the right holder(s) cannot be found ie an orphan work.
Guidance on options for making orphan works available online for cultural heritage institutions.
A collection of orphan works guidance.
Process for anyone applying for a licence to use an orphan work.
Guidance for commercial and non-commercial users on the orphan works licensing scheme.
A list of authorised orphan medicinal products registered by the UK licensing authority.
The MHRA will review applications for orphan designation at the time of a marketing authorisation (MA) or variation application.
Guidance on searching for right holders in copyright works to obtain permission to reproduce the work.
The report covers the first twelve months of the orphan works licensing scheme and the EU Directive on orphan works.
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