Design law and practice

Design legislation in the UK consists of acts, rules and Directions that set out the legal rights, duties and procedures for designs.

Design right law

Design right law, acts and rules.

The European Designs Directive

Harmonised requirements for registered design protection in European community member states.

Registered Designs Act, Rules and Statutory Instruments

Designs legislation in the United Kingdom, setting out the legal rights duties and procedures relating to designs.

Designs convention country orders

The UK’s membership of certain international conventions and treaties gives rise to obligations to protect designs originating in other member countries.

Designs Practice Notices (DPNs)

Changes and guidance on our work practices following an amendment to legislation or any change in our practices.