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Dividing-out design applications
Changes to the registered designs rules to coincide with the modernisation of primary legislation.
This provides information on the examination of applications which consists of multiple components.
This provides information on applications forms, time periods for response and the process for deferring publication of a design.
Changes to Forms DF9A, DF29, TM9, TM9R, TM11 and TM13 to reflect fee changes coming into force on 30 July 2020.
Guidance for relevant licensing bodies applying to run Extended Collective Licensing (ECL) schemes.
Directions under section 124A of the Patents Act 1977 to direct the form and manner in with patent applications can be submitted electronically.
Patents, designs and trade marks forms changes resulting from The Patents, Trade Marks and Registered Designs (Fees) (Coronavirus) (Amendment) Rules 2020.
Changes to patents, designs and trade marks forms resulting from the introduction of new Address for Service requirements and the end of the Transition Period.
Patents, designs and trade marks forms changes resulting from changes to the GovPay payment system.
Changes to trade marks, and designs forms to improve clarity and facilitate processing.
A “know before you go” guide to help UK businesses on how to protect and enforce your IP when trading in Turkey.
Information on the introduction of notifications of intention to grant.
Publication date 10 December 2025.
Publication date 7 January 2026.
Publication date 14 January 2026.
Publication date 21 January 2026.
We provide advice to Ministers, who decide whether the UK should submit observations and intervene in Court of Justice (CJ) cases concerning IP.
From 1 October 2017 you will have the option of marking your product with a web address, instead of the registered design number.
Directions to direct the form and manner in which observations on the request for an opinion may be delivered electronically.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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