Appeal against decisions on UK protected geographical food and drink names
How to appeal against a decision to register, change or cancel a UK geographical indication (GI) scheme product.
Who can appeal
You can make an appeal if you’re affected by, or have a legitimate interest in, a decision to:
- register or not register a GI product
- amend or not amend a GI product specification
- cancel or not cancel the registration of a GI product
For cancellations, you must be able to show you rely on the product name for your business.
See a list of products being considered for the UK GI scheme registers.
How to appeal
You have 28 days to appeal from the date a decision is published.
Follow the guidance on how to appeal and get the form you need from HM Courts and Tribunals Service.
General Regulatory Chamber
HM Courts and Tribunals Service
PO Box 9300
Leicester
LE1 8DJ
Email: grc@justice.gov.uk Telephone: 0300 123 4504
Tribunal staff can explain how the process works, but they cannot give you legal advice.
Last updated 17 March 2021 + show all updates
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More guidance on the appeals process is provided by HM Courts and Tribunals Service - link updated.
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