Intellectual Property Office (UK)

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) in the UK is a government organization responsible for protecting intellectual property rights, which includes patents, trademarks, and copyrights. It helps individuals and businesses secure legal rights to their inventions, brands, and creative works, ensuring that they can benefit from their innovations and creations without unauthorized use by others. The IPO also provides information, guidance, and support on intellectual property matters and plays a vital role in promoting awareness and encouraging respect for IP rights in the UK.