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The shape and the configuration of objects are automatically protected by design right in the UK and Europe.
Competent authorities must help to protect wild bird habitats on land and at sea, and avoid pollution to protect wild bird populations.
Apply for protection against infringements of intellectual property rights on imports into and exports out of the UK.
Attorney General's jury vetting guidelines on when to use of right of stand by and what procedure to follow.
Your right to buy your council home - including how to apply, who is eligible, discounts available and where to get help and advice.
Competent authorities must take action to help protect, conserve and restore the protected habitats and species of European sites.
This page explains what freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) is and why it matters to people around the world.
The VOA has standards of behaviour we expect of agents.
Biosecurity and hygiene standards to keep birds safe from bird flu (avian influenza).
Explains the legislation governing Tree Preservation Orders and tree protection in conservation areas.
How to apply to protect a food, drink or agricultural product name under the UK GI schemes.
As a public authority, understand what the biodiversity duty is and how to comply with it.
What intellectual property is, how you can protect it, and which of copyright, patents, design right and trade marks applies to your work
How to find out which sort of commons registrations authority you are and how you must maintain your registers.
Buy your housing association home - including how to apply, who is eligible, discounts available and where to get help and advice.
This guide is to help you and your business understand how to ensure that content on your service is appropriate for children.
As the owner or occupier of land with a public right of way across it, you must keep the route visible and not obstruct or endanger users.
Data protection rules for businesses in recruiting staff, keeping staff records and using CCTV
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