LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued important new guidance for trade mark applicants following a Supreme Court judgment in the case of SkyKick UK Ltd and another v Sky Ltd and others. The updated Practice Amendment Notice (PAN 1/25) clarifies what is expected when filing specifications, and outlines changes to examination practices. These changes will take effect immediately. Important changes tr...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Smaller businesses are set to benefit from extra government support to maximise orders from international buyers UK Export Finance (UKEF) unveils today, delivering on commitments set out in the government's new Trade Strategy.  The export credit agency and government department plays a vital role in stimulating exports and enhancing accessibility for exporters of all sizes nationwide. UKEF has enhanced it...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * The expansion of the Board follows a productive agreement with the Finance Minister John O'Dowd MLA to update the Terms of Reference for the Transformation Board. * The two new expert board members are; Gareth Hetherington, Director of Ulster University Economic Policy; and, Professor Helen McCarthy, the NI Executive's Chief Scientific Officer. * The Second Call has now launched to allocate the remaining £...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: In a significant step forward for industry, PackUK has released several publications central to the delivery of the UK's Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR) scheme today (27 June 2025): * the 2025 base fees for the pEPR scheme to provide certainty to producers  * the first Fee Modulation Policy Statement on driving sustainable packaging choices  * a Regulatory Position State...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As a result of the identification of elevated concentrations of histamine as the likely cause of adverse event reports relating to the use of Genta-Equine 100 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Horses, as detailed within our initial notification on 18 December 2024 and update notification on 14 March 2025, it has been agreed that the Marketing Authorisation Holder (MAH) will implement a maximum limit for histamine ...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thousands of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will benefit from more support in the classroom, as governmentlaunches an innovative, new pilot to trial assistive technology in up to 4,000 schools. Backed by up to £1.7m, 'lending libraries' will be set up in up to 32 local authorities and will enable schools in the area to borrow and trial a range of devices to suit their pupil...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Through its Indo-Pacific Governance Fund and in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the UK is supporting academic collaboration between Mindanao State University (MSU) - Maguindanao and Indonesian universities to advance the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda across Southeast Asia. A Philippine delegation including representatives from MSU - Maguindanao, Office of the Presidenti...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The research was conducted through 21 interviews with schools, FE colleges and multi-academy trust leaders who have been embedding and using AI for at least 12 months. The findings add to existing knowledge about leadership, governance and practical applications of AI in schools and FE colleges. The key findings are: * AI champions are playing a crucial role in creating a buzz around AI and supporting staff. ...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Secretary of State has reappointed Sir David Calvert-Smith as a judicial member of the Parole Board. Sir David Calvert-Smith's reappointment is for a third term and will run from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027. The Parole Board is a non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by the MOJ. It works with is criminal justice partners to risk assess prisoners to decide whether they can be safely released into the commun...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As in previous years there are a total of 1,000 places available to Taiwanese youth for 2025. 800 places were allocated during the first ballot in February, the remaining 200 places will be made available in the second ballot in July. If your application is successful, you will be able to live, work and study in the UK for up to 2 years. How to apply for the ballot If you would like to apply for the scheme yo...