Intellectual property (IP) laws in England are primarily governed by national legislation and international agreements. The key statutes that provide legal protection for intellectual property rights in England include:
- Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: This legislation protects original literary, artistic, musical, and dramatic works, as well as sound recordings, films, and broadcasts. Copyright gives the creators of such works exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and publicly display or perform their creations.
- Patents Act 1977: The Patents Act provides protection for inventions by granting exclusive rights to the inventor or applicant. Patents protect new and inventive products, processes, and methods.
