Amendments to Design legislation

The consultation document presents two proposals to equalise the remedies available in the UK for innocent infringement of UK registered designs and Community designs.

It is proposed to either limit the liability of those who unintentionally infringe Community designs in line with the current law governing the infringement of UK registered designs, or alternatively to remove the limitation of liability in respect of unintentional infringement of UK registered designs.

The consultation is directed to all interested parties.