Patents

Applying for a patent should be a serious consideration if your business involves a new invention or technology. Find out below what a patent is, how to apply for a patent and the costs involved with patents.

What is a patent?

A patent is essential if you want to make money from your invention
Guide to patent applications

Our step-by-step look at the entire patent application process
Applying for a patent

It can be a long, tortuous process - but you must get it right
Protecting your patent

The Intellectual Property Office gives the lowdown on how to get a patent and protect...
Patent costs

A look at the costs and discounts available