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26/09/2011
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Terror Charges For Court
Six men will be in court in London today after being charged with terrorism offences, including a suspected suicide bombing campaign, West Midlands Police have said. Four of the men were charged with preparing for an act of terrorism in the UK, and two with failing to disclose information. It follows a police operation in Birmingham last week.
Intellectual Property Protected
A new guide for businesses to make sure they don't fall foul of intellectual property laws has been launched. Preventing Infringement of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights in the Workplace provides companies with advice on how they can make sure they and their employees are not illegally using other people's intellectual property. Copyright, patent, trademark or design infringement could result in civil action or, in some cases of trademark and copyright infringement criminal action being taken against the offending individual or company. If found guilty under criminal law, offenders are liable to a fine of up to £50,000 and/or a prison sentence of up to ten years. The online guide was announced by Minister for Intellectual Property Baroness Wilcox during a visit to the Scottish Intellectual Property (IP) Crime Group in Glasgow. The group is formed from intellectual property specialists, police and trading standards officers who meet on a regular basis to discuss IP crime issues.
Royal Navy Work Shoots Ahead
Work is underway to construct a new ammunitioning jetty in Portsmouth Harbour to service the Royal Navy's surface ships, including the new Type 45 destroyers, into the 21st century. Once complete, the £18m Upper Harbour Ammunitioning Facility will allow Royal Navy warships to load up with ammunition and will replace the existing jetty, which was built in 1929. The facility, which includes two hydraulic cranes and mooring pontoons, will measure 85 metres by 15 metres and will accommodate ships up to 10,000 tonnes. It can be used in winds of up to Force Six. Once it is operational, by the middle of next year, the old jetty will be demolished.
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Six men will be in court in London today after being charged with terrorism offences, including a suspected suicide bombing campaign, West Midlands Police have said. Four of the men were charged with preparing for an act of terrorism in the UK, and two with failing to disclose information. It follows a police operation in Birmingham last week.
Intellectual Property Protected
A new guide for businesses to make sure they don't fall foul of intellectual property laws has been launched. Preventing Infringement of Intellectual Property (IP) Rights in the Workplace provides companies with advice on how they can make sure they and their employees are not illegally using other people's intellectual property. Copyright, patent, trademark or design infringement could result in civil action or, in some cases of trademark and copyright infringement criminal action being taken against the offending individual or company. If found guilty under criminal law, offenders are liable to a fine of up to £50,000 and/or a prison sentence of up to ten years. The online guide was announced by Minister for Intellectual Property Baroness Wilcox during a visit to the Scottish Intellectual Property (IP) Crime Group in Glasgow. The group is formed from intellectual property specialists, police and trading standards officers who meet on a regular basis to discuss IP crime issues.
Royal Navy Work Shoots Ahead
Work is underway to construct a new ammunitioning jetty in Portsmouth Harbour to service the Royal Navy's surface ships, including the new Type 45 destroyers, into the 21st century. Once complete, the £18m Upper Harbour Ammunitioning Facility will allow Royal Navy warships to load up with ammunition and will replace the existing jetty, which was built in 1929. The facility, which includes two hydraulic cranes and mooring pontoons, will measure 85 metres by 15 metres and will accommodate ships up to 10,000 tonnes. It can be used in winds of up to Force Six. Once it is operational, by the middle of next year, the old jetty will be demolished.
(BMcC/GK)
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28 June 2013
New Unit To Tackle Online Piracy
A new police unit has been announced that will seek to tackle intellectual property crimes such as online piracy and counterfeit goods. Intellectual Property Minister, Lord Younger and City of London Police Commissioner, Adrian Leppard launched the unit today. The government claims it will be one of the first units of its kind in the world.
New Unit To Tackle Online Piracy
A new police unit has been announced that will seek to tackle intellectual property crimes such as online piracy and counterfeit goods. Intellectual Property Minister, Lord Younger and City of London Police Commissioner, Adrian Leppard launched the unit today. The government claims it will be one of the first units of its kind in the world.
19 May 2011
Universities 'Manage Intellectual Property'
Universities can now access a new tool to help develop and manage their intellectual assets. The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has today launched a strategy guide called ‘Intellectual Asset Management for Universities’.
Universities 'Manage Intellectual Property'
Universities can now access a new tool to help develop and manage their intellectual assets. The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has today launched a strategy guide called ‘Intellectual Asset Management for Universities’.
08 December 2011
Intellectual Property Chief Appointed To China Despite Scandal
The Government has appointed its first ever Intellectual Property official to China despite an ongoing scandal into powerful lobbyists influencing its dealings with the Chinese Government.
Intellectual Property Chief Appointed To China Despite Scandal
The Government has appointed its first ever Intellectual Property official to China despite an ongoing scandal into powerful lobbyists influencing its dealings with the Chinese Government.
21 September 2011
UK Designers 'Should Help Identify Growth Potential'
The Government today launched a call for evidence on how the UK intellectual property system can better support our globally successful design industry.
UK Designers 'Should Help Identify Growth Potential'
The Government today launched a call for evidence on how the UK intellectual property system can better support our globally successful design industry.
08 July 2011
Protected Investment In UK Businesses Worth £65bn Per Year
Reports published today show that investments made by businesses in products and services that are protected by intellectual property rights (IPRs) are worth £65 billion a year. The announcement was made by Minister for Intellectual Property, Baroness Wilcox.
Protected Investment In UK Businesses Worth £65bn Per Year
Reports published today show that investments made by businesses in products and services that are protected by intellectual property rights (IPRs) are worth £65 billion a year. The announcement was made by Minister for Intellectual Property, Baroness Wilcox.
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