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Restriction on filing evidence in standard trade mark oppositions and in trade mark cancellation proceedings at the IPO.
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The UK joining The Hague Agreement and the commencement of International design examination on the 13 June 2018.
Use of representations when filing Registered Design applications.
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How SPC law is affected by new legislation which came into force on 1 January 2025, the actions SPC holders and applicants need to take, and the issues they need to be aware of.
Changes to patents, trade marks, and designs forms to ensure GDPR compliance and enable more efficient processing.
Directions under section 124A of the Patents Act 1977.
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