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Following the report and impact assessment on Copyright and AI, the IP Federation appreciates the government’s efforts to consult on the intersection of AI and copyright and recognises the importance of a clear and effective framework in this area.
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We want to give you a clear view of how the new One IPO Patents Service is developing.
Our latest news story highlights the improvements coming before launch, during launch and in the months ahead.
Find out more [link]: gov.uk/government/news/intro…
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The IP Federation has today published its 2025 Review, showcasing a year in which it has actively shaped UK and international intellectual property policy, influenced landmark court decisions, and strengthened collaboration across industry and government.
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The IP Federation welcomes today’s judgment of the UK Supreme Court in Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller-General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (UKSC/2024/0131), as a positive step in clarifying UK’s law on patent eligibility.
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The IP Federation is looking forward to the UK Supreme Court’s judgment in Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller-General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (UKSC/2024/0131), which is due to be handed down on 11 February 2026.
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The IP Federation is pleased to welcome SMEs as SME Associates, strengthening the voice of innovative UK businesses within the Federation.
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The IP Federation has submitted observations at the European Patent Office as amicus curiae in respect of Enlarged Board of Appeal case G 1/25 (“Hydroponics”). This relates to the interlocutory decision of 29 July 2025 in case T 0697/22.
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The IP Federation welcomes the DBT announcement that negotiations have concluded for the UK–South Korea Free Trade Agreement, which locks in the high intellectual property (IP) standards of two highly innovative economies.
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Our mission is clear: drive growth, create jobs, and unlock global opportunities for UK businesses.
We've concluded negotiations on a modernised trade deal with The Republic of Korea – a dynamic economy and key partner – boosting exports, innovation and future industries 🇰🇷
Last week (4 December 2025), CIPA, the IP Federation and IHIP (In-House IP) came together for a highly collaborative joint event at the CIPA offices.
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ALT Minister for IP Kanishka Narayan hosts a roundtable discussion on the future IP strategy with guests including Presidents' Group members and representatives of the legal profession. Image 1
ALT Minister for IP Kanishka Narayan hosts a roundtable discussion on the future IP strategy with guests including Presidents' Group members and representatives of the legal profession. Image 2
The IP Federation has today submitted its formal response to the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) consultation on proposed changes to the UK designs framework, which closes at 11:59 p.m. on 27 November 2025.
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Our consultation is your chance to help shape the future of design protection, and our latest blog explores the history of designs IP in the UK - answering the question of why our consultation, why you, and why now.
Read more in our latest blog [link]: ipo.blog.gov.uk/2025/11/13/w…
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🚨Important update: The IPO is increasing its fees for Patents, Trade Marks and Designs, from 1 April 2026.
To see a list of the new fees and how this affects you, read our news story here [link]: bit.ly/fees2025sm
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Representatives of the European Patent Office (EPO) met with the IP Federation on Thursday, 6 November 2025, at Bristows LLP in London. The meeting continued the constructive dialogue between the EPO and the Federation.
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The IP Federation welcomes the opportunity to respond to the UK IPO’s consultation on standard essential patents (SEPs) and supports the IPO’s evidence-led approach.
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The IP Federation welcomed a delegation from Uzbekistan, led by Deputy Minister of Justice Muzraf Ikramov, in London on 26 September 2025 at a meeting to discuss strengthening the Uzbek intellectual property (IP) system.
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The IP Federation will contribute constructively to the IPO's design consultation and lobby for greater certainty and accessibility for business, continuing to urge caution against the introduction of criminal sanctions for unregistered designs.
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The IP Federation has submitted a response to the Intellectual Property Regulation Board (IPReg) consultation on 2026 practising fees, budget and 2026 business plan running until at 12 noon on 4 September 2025.
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