Intellectual Property Office
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the UK government agency that administers patents, designs, trademarks, and copyright, operating under the Department
Company facts
- Employees
- 5,000
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Government
About
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the UK government agency that administers patents, designs, trademarks, and copyright, operating under the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology. It safeguards intellectual property rights to foster innovation and economic growth, delivering services with high quality, cost control, and transparency. The IPO is governed by a Steering Board and audit committee that ensure compliance with corporate governance and strategic objectives. Its unique position as a public institution gives it a national mandate to protect creators while supporting the UK's competitive advantage in technology and creative industries.