Copyright and Patent Office (UK)

The Copyright and Patent Office in the UK, now part of the Intellectual Property Office (IPO), is a government agency responsible for managing intellectual property rights. Copyright protects original works like books, music, and art, granting creators control over their use. Patents protect inventions, giving inventors exclusive rights to their creations for a limited time. The office registers these rights, offers guidance, and helps resolve disputes, ensuring that creators and inventors can safeguard their work and benefit from it economically. This encourages innovation and creativity in society.