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Details on how to make a request for accelerated examination under the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH).
If you are in a dispute with someone over the infringement or validity of a patent or SPC, you may request a non-binding opinion.
This section of the SEPs Resource Hub signposts to relevant UK cases concerning SEPs.
Find out about the first publication of your patent application and what it means for your future rights.
This guidance relates to Standard Essential Patents licensing.
How to write an abstract for a patent application.
How to understand a search report. You get a search report when you pay for a search as part of the UK patent application process.
All patent applications filed at the IPO are checked to identify any which could be prejudicial to national security or public safety.
The patents hearings manual provides guidance to the law and procedure concerning patent and design right hearings.
The below provides guidance and helpful information on the IPO's attaché based in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan
Information on the improvements we’re making to the patents service, including upcoming improvements and the latest updates.
The IPO's IP for business tools, training and guidance can help you create value from your ideas, turning inspiration into sustainable business success.
Publication date 2 September 2026.
Details of what is considered as military technology or prejudicial to national security or public safety when applying for a patent.
The below provides guidance and helpful information on the IPO's attaché based in China
Publication date 26 August 2026.
The below provides guidance and helpful information on the IPO's attaché based in LATAC
Your chances of obtaining a useful patent are significantly greater if you use an attorney. A patent specification is a legal document and requires specialist skills to draft properly.
How to speed up the patent application process.
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