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This Code of Practice is written for patent applicants and agents to identify best practices in UK patent application process.
Directions to direct the form and manner in which patent, trade mark and designs forms and documents can be submitted by e-mail.
If you are unable to reach agreement with a patent examiner over your patent application you can request an ex parte hearing.
An unofficial consolidated version of the Design right (unregistered) sections of part 3 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
Invalidation or cancellation, is the legal process which allows anyone to try and remove a design from our register
Guidance on options for making orphan works available online for cultural heritage institutions.
Two expert working groups have been established to develop, support and champion practical measures to facilitate delivery of the core data set outlined in the metadata agreement.
We’re piloting our new digital patents service for a small number of customers. This guidance explains how you can get involved.
An overview of the work the IPO is undertaking in relation to Standard Essential Patents.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Colombia.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Qatar.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Singapore.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in the Philippines.
Practice Amendment Notice (PAN) in respect of retailing or bringing together of services
A varying direction which removes expired email addresses from existing patents directions.
The Intellectual Property Office is introducing a number of changes to the fees for applying for patent protection and renewing granted patents.
Publication date 27 August 2025.
A change to practice in proceedings before the Registrar’s Tribunal.
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