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How to apply for a patent
Overview of the UK patent application process and step-by-step guidance on how to prepare patent application documents and apply to the UK Intellectual Property Office
Patent protection and enforcement
How to protect your patents from infringement and unlawful use, and your options for resolving patent disputes in and out of court
How to license a patent
How to license a patent and grant the right to another person or business to use your patent, and what benefits you can gain from it
What is a patent?
What are patents, how do they protect your inventions and how can you use patent rights to benefit your business
Can I patent my idea or invention?
You may be able to get a patent if your idea or invention meets the criteria for a patent - to qualify it must be new, inventive and industrially applicable
Advantages and disadvantages of getting a patent
Consider the benefits of patents, as well as possible difficulties patenting may cause, before taking your ideas public
Joint venture checklist
Due diligence checklist to help you consider key issues when entering a contractual joint venture agreement.
Spring Budget 2024
A summary of how the Spring Budget affects Northern Ireland businesses.
Innovation and R&D
Guidance on intellectual property, innovation and research and development, and financing business R&D in Northern Ireland
Joint venture advantages and disadvantages
Understand the pros and cons of forming a joint venture to share resources, responsibilities and risks with another business.
Eureka Network
Information on the world's biggest public network for international cooperation in research, development and innovation
Advisory support for creative businesses
Sources of information and advice for businesses in the Northern Ireland creative industries.
Choosing the right joint venture partner
How to carry out due diligence checks for joint ventures, and find a suitable partner with complementary strengths and the right attitude.
Create a joint venture agreement
How to create a fair and detailed joint venture agreement and establish the contractual terms for your new business operation.
Financial risk
Understand the main types of financial risks to your business and find ways to mitigate and reduce them
Challenges and opportunities in Northern Ireland creative sector
Learn about the opportunities for creative businesses in Northern Ireland, and the challenges they may encounter.
Consultation: Corporate Performance Plan for Antrim and Newtownabbey
Businesses and residents are invited to provide feedback on this draft consultation.
Optimal Programme for Antrim and Newtownabbey businesses
This free business growth programme offers support through mentoring, workshops and networking.
Tax checks on taxi licences to be extended to Northern Ireland
Affected individuals will need to complete a tax check when applying to renew licences from April 2023
Innovate UK showcase event for climate tech investment
This regional event will take place in Belfast on 6 December 2023 and will focus on digital solutions for net zero.