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Guidance for businesses and organisations on the relationship between trade marks and geographical indications (GIs) at the end of the transition period.
Sections (2.01 to 2.87) last updated: January 2021
Sections (9.01 - 9.34) last updated: March 2018
One of the key changes being brought in by the new EU Trade Mark Directive allows non-graphical representations of trade marks.
A coexistence agreement is a legal agreement whereby two parties agree to trade in the same or similar market using an identical or similar trade mark.
Information on the introduction of notifications of intention to grant.
A “know before you go” guide to help UK businesses on how to protect and enforce your IP when trading in Turkey.
Sections (90.01 - 90.04) last updated: April 2015.
Directions for use of new design forms DF2A.
Publication date 3 July 2024.
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