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UK IPO Issues Detailed Guidance on Absolute Grounds for Registered Design Refusals
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UK IPO Issues Detailed Guidance on Absolute Grounds for Registered Design Refusals

Comprehensive overview clarifies protection scope under the Registered Designs Act, including design definition, novelty, technical function, and digital media considerations

The UK Intellectual Property Office has published an extensive practice guide addressing absolute grounds for refusal under the Registered Designs Act (RDA). The guidance elaborates on key concepts such as design appearance, product definition, protection of partial designs, color representation, and the treatment of…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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UKIPO Updates Trade Marks Examination Guide Reflecting Post-Brexit Legal Framework
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UKIPO Updates Trade Marks Examination Guide Reflecting Post-Brexit Legal Framework

The UK Intellectual Property Office revises its trade marks manual to align with assimilated EU law and evolving case law post-Brexit

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has published an updated examination guide for trade marks practice, clarifying the application of the Trade Marks Act 1994 in light of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018. The guide emphasizes the continued binding nature of pre-2021 Court of Justice of the European Un…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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New Data Reveals Significant Growth in the Design Economy
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New Data Reveals Significant Growth in the Design Economy

Recent statistics highlight a robust expansion in the design sector, underscoring its increasing economic impact globally.

The latest figures released by Big Furniture Group demonstrate a notable surge in the design economy. This growth reflects the sector's rising contribution to economic development and innovation worldwide. The data underscores the importance of design-driven industries and their role in shaping market trends and intel…

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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