About the IP Federation

Improving the intellectual property (IP) framework to meet the needs of innovative industry

The IP Federation represents the views of UK industry in intellectual property rights (IPR) policy and practice matters within the UK, Europe and internationally. It believes that a cost effective, high quality IPR framework is a critical component in industry’s present and future successes in the global economy.

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Improving the IP framework to meet the needs
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IP Federation – Global Leaders’ Dialogue on Intellectual Property – Prince Philip House, London

06 May 2026

The IP Federation was pleased to convene senior leaders from public institutions, international organisations and industry at its Global Leaders’ Dialogue on Intellectual Property, held on 6 May during the week of the INTA Annual Meeting 2026 in London.

Chaired by IP Federation President Sarah Vaughan,

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Call for evidence from IPReg Education Review

30 April 2026

The IP Federation has today submitted its formal response to the call for evidence from the IPReg Education Review closing 30 April 2026.

The IP Federation’s response argues that IP education and qualification routes must evolve to reflect the realities of modern in‑house practice. It highlights

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World Intellectual Property Day 2026: IP and Sports – Ready, Set, Innovate

24 April 2026

On 26 April, we celebrate World Intellectual Property Day and the vital role IP plays in powering innovation across the world of sport.

From cutting-edge sports medicine to immersive fan experiences, intellectual property enables organisations to invest in new technologies, protect their innovations, and bring transformative

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