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International trade mark registrations protected in the EU under the Madrid Protocol will no longer enjoy protection in the UK after 1 January 2021.
This guide provides information on statutory derecognition of a trade union
The European Trade Mark and Design Network has produced a common practice for use when assessing the inherent distinctiveness of figurative trade marks containing descriptive and/or non-distinctive words.
Guidance relating to the protection, managing and enforcing of a registered design. Registered designs protect the appearance, shape or decoration of a product.
Collection of romanization systems and tables of correspondence approved by Permanent Committee on Geographical Names (PCGN) and the US Board on Geographic Names. Please note that the application of these systems should be in accordance with PCGN policy for the...
The European Trade Mark and Design Network has produced a common practice on relative grounds of refusal to assess the impact of likelihood of confusion.
Guidance for businesses holding registered Community designs and international trade marks and designs.
Who can confirm someone’s identity online for a passport application and what they need to do
Guidance on how to prove someone’s identity or give them access to your service or organisation.
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