Brexit overview: intellectual property and Brexit

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26 October 2020

Intellectual property rights in the UK rely heavily on EU law and institutions. Most rights derive either from EU Directives or Regulations. Brexit will change how UK IP law works. We set out the key changes in our brochure, and highlight where and when to take action.

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