Government launches consultation to 'strengthen' £100bn design sector

Government starts major review of intellectual property law

The Architects’ Journal Government starts major review of intellectual property law The government has launched the biggest review of design protection in decades and is seeking architects’ suggestions as to how to modernise intellectual property lawThe post Government starts major review of intellectual property law appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Josh Butler

Major consultation to strengthen UK's £100 billion design sector

Published A major Government consultation launched today by the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) aims to modernize Britain’s design protection system and strengthen the UK’s position as a global design powerhouse.  Industry analysis estimates that the design sector contributes nearly £100 billion annually to the UK economy, with around 80,000 design businesses supporting nearly 2 milli…

Government launches consultation to 'strengthen' £100bn design sector

The UK government has launched its most extensive review of design protection in decades, aiming to modernise the system, tackle abuse, and support the nation’s £100bn design economy. The consultation was launched by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) as a result of problems facing the sector, including its reputation as ‘David vs Goliath’ for smaller designers who struggle with costly enforcement and design theft. Currently, the UK’s overla…

UKIPO proposes major overhaul of design framework

The UK Intellectual Property Office has launched a consultation on proposals to modernise its design protection framework.