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The Trade Marks Rules 2008 set out the detailed procedures under the Trade Marks Act 1994, and came into force on 1 October 2008.
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.
Sections (14.01 - 14.209) last updated: April 2024.
Keep your details up to date in the patent register, tell the Intellectual Property Office about a change of owner or make a change to your patent
This guide provides information on how design applications are examined in respect of national applications filed at the UK Intellectual Property Office.
Sections (3.01 - 3.101) last updated: April 2024.
General guidance for all organisations (including charities, voluntary and not-for profit) on showing broadcasts to the public e.g. customers and employees.
Search for decisions from patent hearings
Opposition is the legal procedure that allows you to try to stop a published trade mark going on to become registered.
Use this form to apply to rectify the register for registered trade marks only
Career opportunities and workplace benefits at IPO.
We have a number of options for you to submit your documents at our Newport and London Offices.
Information on paying by card, cheque, bank transfer or deposit account.
How to enforce copyright when somebody uses your work without your permission.
Like other forms of property, you can buy, sell and license IP, it is important you understand the value your trade mark, patent or design.
Guidance for businesses and organisations holding EU trade marks at the end of the transition period.
The date of grant and date of publication will be available online for all UK national registered designs.
Includes chapters on applications, modification, priority and convention claims, illustrations and disclaimers.
The Manual of Patent Practice explains the Intellectual Property Office's practice under the Patents Act 1977.
Use this form to request the grant of a patent.
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