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Protection in the EU for databases produced in the UK.
Some countries may allow you to extend your UK IP protection and accept it as protected in that country after completing local formalities.
Summary of the government's ongoing programme of work to develop a code of practice on copyright and AI.
The IPO's IP for business tools, training and guidance can help you create value from your ideas, turning inspiration into sustainable business success.
A list of offences and penalties that relate to counterfeiting and piracy.
General guidance for all organisations (including charities, voluntary and not-for profit) on showing broadcasts to the public e.g. customers and employees.
This notice is aimed at small business and individuals who may wish to assign their own copyright or have been asked to assign copyright.
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.
Copyright advice on printed music issues aimed at singers, instrumentalists, orchestras, choirs, bands and other users of printed music.
The IPO has developed tools, guidance and teaching resources for primary, secondary, further and higher education, researchers and university management.
Guidance on UK and EU copyright protection for right holders and users including business, cultural heritage institutions and consumers. It is not legal advice.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
This notice is aimed at museums, galleries, libraries, archives and other institutions which may wish to exhibit works which are protected by copyright.
Highlighting Trading Standards annual IP crime survey results and successful IP cases in the UK.
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.
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.
Highlighting current and emerging counterfeiting and piracy threats in the UK and overseas, including Trading Standards successful IP cases
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Pakistan.
This guide is for businesses and sets out ways to successfully manage their intangible assets, or IP.
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