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What collective and certification trade marks are and when they apply.
There are 4 model research collaboration agreements for universities and companies that wish to undertake collaboration research projects together.
A copyright notice is a concise note published by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) providing basic copyright guidance.
Sections (20.01 - 20.10) last updated January 2026.
Here's some information and guidance on what to do if you receive a scam e-mail
Includes chapters on definition of a design, novelty and individual character, technical function, morality and emblems.
Sections (19.01 - 19.26) last updated: October 2024.
You can make observations on the patentability of a published patent application.
Details of all scheduled trade mark (unless otherwise specified) procedural hearings, main hearings and appeals to the appointed person.
General guidance for all organisations (including charities, voluntary and not-for profit) on showing broadcasts to the public e.g. customers and employees.
Protection in the EU for databases produced in the UK.
Sections (10.01 to 10.84) last updated: July 2020.
Information about opinions requests we have received this year.
Section last updated: November 2020.
Sections (6.01 - 6.66) last updated: July 2020.
The Patents Act 1977 is the main law governing the patents system in the UK.
Sections (5.01 - 5.32) last updated: April 2025.
Sections (15.01 - 15.58) last updated: January 2026.
This notice is aimed at small businesses and individuals who may wish to use digital or photographic images on the web.
This notice provides advice for anyone wishing to understand how long copyright protection lasts in new and existing works.
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