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MOD copyright information, how to obtain licensing permission, use of MOD names, logos and insignia on items offered for sale (merchandise).
Music industry voluntary code that is a commitment to standards of good practice in relation to music streaming.
You should get legal advice before applying for intellectual property. Your chances of obtaining intellectual property are much greater if you use an attorney.
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 provides advice for anyone wishing to understand how long copyright protection lasts in new and existing works.
Events which have an intellectual property or business focus.
This notice is aimed at small business and individuals who may wish to assign their own copyright or have been asked to assign copyright.
Some countries may allow you to extend your UK IP protection and accept it as protected in that country after completing local formalities.
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.
Protection of your copyright work abroad will usually be automatic in the same way UK protection works.
This page provides partners and stakeholders with ready to use content to support the intellectual property office (IPO) business campaign.
This guidance explains why and how a party in an intellectual property case must notify the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) about the case.
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.
This guide is for businesses and sets out ways to successfully manage their intangible assets, or IP.
Summary of the government's ongoing programme of work to develop a code of practice on copyright and AI.
The below provides guidance and helpful information on the IPO's attaché based in China
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Guidance for commercial and non-commercial users on the orphan works licensing scheme.
Copyright advice on printed music issues aimed at singers, instrumentalists, orchestras, choirs, bands and other users of printed music.
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