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List of designated persons and notices issued about new designations, revocations, delistings and other changes to the UK Sanctions List.
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Guidance for EEE producers on how to accurately report the weight of EEE they place on the market under the waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) regulations.
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Some countries may allow you to extend your UK IP protection and accept it as protected in that country after completing local formalities.
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