Intellectual Property Office UK

Intellectual Property Office UK The UK government agency for trade marks, patents, copyright & design. Visit: www.gov.uk/ipo

Part of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). The Intellectual Property Office became an operating name of The Patent Office on 2 April 2007. The Patent Office was set up in 1852 to act as the United Kingdom’s sole office for the granting of patents, although the origins of the patent system stretch back at least a further 400 years. The Designs Registry was set up in

1839 to protect industrial designs and its responsibilities transferred to The Patent Office in 1875. The registration of Trade marks became a Patent Office function in 1876. Intellectual Property Office
Based in Newport, South Wales The Intellectual Property Office has had a colourful history. Copyright
Dating back to the scholars of ancient Greece, copyright has protected creativity for centuries. Designs
Originally introduced to protect textile designs the scope of design protection has extended over the years. Patents
From the first granted patent in 1449, the United Kingdom has a vast history of invention. Trade marks
The marking of goods to show origination dates back to ancient times, read about the history of trade marks.

Looking for advice on protecting your ideas, brand or innovation?Meet the IPO Business Outreach Team at upcoming events ...
07/09/2026

Looking for advice on protecting your ideas, brand or innovation?

Meet the IPO Business Outreach Team at upcoming events this September:

📍 IPO Masterclass for Businesses, London – 16-17 September
📍 B2B Expo Portsmouth – 17 September
📍 B2B Expo Reading – 24 September

Find out where their heading next: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/business-events/business-events

Floating adverts… but make them glow 🎈✨Back in 1898, this clever invention took advertising to the skies.Using a darkene...
06/09/2026

Floating adverts… but make them glow 🎈✨

Back in 1898, this clever invention took advertising to the skies.

Using a darkened balloon with a transparent panel, it placed electric lights inside so the advert would shine brightly at night, powered through the cable holding it in place.

Did you know patents aren't just for large businesses? They're for anyone with a new invention. 💡Understanding intellect...
05/09/2026

Did you know patents aren't just for large businesses? They're for anyone with a new invention. 💡

Understanding intellectual property can help young people protect their ideas and creativity.

Follow IPO Education for resources, activities and tips to help the next generation of innovators learn more about IP.

New opportunities at the IPO!Whether you're experienced in delivery, data, digital technology or economics, we have a ro...
04/09/2026

New opportunities at the IPO!

Whether you're experienced in delivery, data, digital technology or economics, we have a role for you.

Current vacancies include:

• Agile Delivery Manager
• Senior Data Engineer
• Senior Dynamics Developer
• Economist

Find your next challenge and apply today: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/

Helpwch i lunio dyfodol y Gymraeg yn y Swyddfa Eiddo DeallusolRydym yn chwilio am Swyddog Cynllun Iaith Gymraeg i helpu ...
04/09/2026

Helpwch i lunio dyfodol y Gymraeg yn y Swyddfa Eiddo Deallusol

Rydym yn chwilio am Swyddog Cynllun Iaith Gymraeg i helpu i gryfhau a hyrwyddo'r defnydd o'r Gymraeg ar draws y sefydliad. Byddwch yn gweithio gyda chydweithwyr a rhanddeiliaid i gyflwyno ein Cynllun Iaith Gymraeg, cefnogi cyfleoedd dysgu, cydlynu gweithgareddau Cymraeg, a helpu i lunio'r ffordd y mae'r Gymraeg yn cael ei hymgorffori yn ein diwylliant, ein gwasanaethau a'n ffyrdd o weithio.
Os ydych yn frwd dros y Gymraeg, hoffem glywed gennych.

Yn cau am 11:55pm ar 14 Medi 2026
Dysgwch fwy ac ymgeisiwch nawr: Gweld y swydd ac ymgeisio: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=2010505

Help shape the future of Welsh at the Intellectual Property Office

We're looking for a Welsh Language Scheme Officer to help strengthen and promote the use of Welsh across the organisation. You'll work with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver our Welsh Language Scheme, support learning opportunities, coordinate Welsh language activities and help shape how Welsh is embedded in our culture, services and ways of working.
If you're passionate about the Welsh language, we'd love to hear from you.

Closes 11:55pm on 14 September 2026
Find out more and apply now: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=2010505

Looking for your next career move?We're recruiting for a range of opportunities at the IPO, including:✅ Agile Delivery M...
04/09/2026

Looking for your next career move?

We're recruiting for a range of opportunities at the IPO, including:

✅ Agile Delivery Manager
✅ HR Recruitment Officer
✅ Customer Support Advisor

Find your next role and apply today: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/

The lift doors are about to rise. The pitch is ready. The Dragons are waiting.We'll be watching tonight's BBC Dragons' D...
03/09/2026

The lift doors are about to rise. The pitch is ready. The Dragons are waiting.

We'll be watching tonight's BBC Dragons' Den and exploring the intellectual property behind the businesses featured in the Den.

Check back from 9pm to read our latest Dragons' Den IP blog: dragonsden.blog.gov.uk

At the Jewellery Show today?Our Business Outreach Team are there speaking to attendees about intellectual property and h...
02/09/2026

At the Jewellery Show today?

Our Business Outreach Team are there speaking to attendees about intellectual property and how it can help protect their business, brand and designs.

If you're attending, stop by and chat with the team about protecting your IP.

Can't make it to The Jewellery Show? Find out where you can meet the team next: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/business-events/business-events

Our Trade Mark services will be offline Wednesday evening for maintenance and updates. IT Services will be unavailable ...
01/09/2026

Our Trade Mark services will be offline Wednesday evening for maintenance and updates.

IT Services will be unavailable from from 5pm to 9pm Wednesday 2 September 2026.

We apologise for any inconvenience & thank you for your patience.

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