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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.
The Collective Management of Copyright (EU Directive) Regulations 2016 set standards for bodies involved in the collective licensing of copyright works in the United Kingdom.
This notice is aimed at small business and individuals who may wish to assign their own copyright or have been asked to assign copyright.
Protection in the EU for databases produced in the UK.
Summary of the government's ongoing programme of work to develop a code of practice on copyright and AI.
Information to help you protect, manage, and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Saudi Arabia.
This notice is aimed at small businesses and individuals who may wish to use digital or photographic images on the web.
A list of offences and penalties that relate to counterfeiting and piracy.
The IPO has developed tools, guidance and teaching resources for primary, secondary, further and higher education, researchers and university management.
Music industry voluntary code that is a commitment to standards of good practice in relation to music streaming.
Events which have an intellectual property or business focus.
Highlighting Trading Standards annual IP crime survey results and successful IP cases in the UK.
The hearing procedure and listed cases before the tribunal.
Intellectual property insurance may not be appropriate for every business however you may find that IP insurance has numerous benefits.
The IPO's IP for business tools, training and guidance can help you create value from your ideas, turning inspiration into sustainable business success.
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.
Guidance on UK and EU copyright protection for right holders and users including business, cultural heritage institutions and consumers. It is not legal advice.
The Marrakesh Treaty is an international legal instrument which makes it easier for blind, visually impaired and print disabled people to access works protected by copyright.
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.
Copyright advice on printed music issues aimed at singers, instrumentalists, orchestras, choirs, bands and other users of printed music.
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