Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 31188

Small Businesses: Intellectual Property and Trade Marks

Tabled: 12 February 2025

Answered: 28 February 2025

Question

James Naish

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he plans to take steps to support small businesses whose intellectual property and trademarks are being challenged by large corporate firms; and to if he will make an assessment

Answer

Feryal Clark

The Government recognises the challenges faced by small businesses who become involved in litigation. Small businesses and unrepresented parties litigating at the IPO Tribunal have high levels of support available, including being able to email or phone e...

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