Patents

Tue 1st Sep 2026

Discover more about David Williams' broad experience as a Patent Attorney at PWF and beyond, and why he loves the IP industry.

Wed 19th Aug 2026

UKIPO guidance after Emotional Perception.

Mon 3rd Aug 2026

Learn more about Nicola Cole’s career as a Patent Paralegal on PWF’s Electronics team.

Fri 24th Jul 2026

Discover more about Patent Attorney Katherine Peel; her career, ambitions and achievements.

Wed 24th Jun 2026

We’re listed in the Financial Times' ranking of Europe’s leading patent law firms.

Mon 22nd Jun 2026

In part four of our Quantum Key Distribution series, Aunt Carol enters the picture! Rachel Barrett explains about her entangled photons, and the fine print.

Mon 15th Jun 2026

In part three of our QKD series, Rachel Barrett explains BB84: a protocol that turns photons into a shared secret key.

Thu 11th Jun 2026

Balancing protection and agility in an era of rapid AI-driven innovation.

Mon 8th Jun 2026

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) is now a central feature of European patent enforcement strategy. Operational since 1 June 2023, it offers a forum for disputes with effect across participating EU Member States - potentially reducing the historic need to litigate country‑by‑country.

Sun 7th Jun 2026

In part two of our QKD series, Rachel Barrett explains the quantum mechanics you need to know for QKD.

Mon 1st Jun 2026

In the first of a four part series, Rachel Barrett explains QKD, with the help of Steve's big cupboard of crime.

Wed 13th May 2026

In Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks [2026] UKSC 3, the Supreme Court addressed whether inventions using artificial neural networks (ANNs) can be patented under UK law, and in doing so reshaped the UK approach to software‑related patent exclusions.

Tue 12th May 2026

Building on the role of investment and policy, we examine how the global trade in specialised hardware inputs underpins the industrial ecosystem that enables quantum technologies to be developed and scaled.

Wed 29th Apr 2026

Damon Ho and Dr Shameena Bonomally explore what is fuelling startups in the quantum ecosystem

Fri 24th Apr 2026

Each year, World Intellectual Property (IP) Day shines a light on the role that IP plays in shaping our world. In 2026, the focus turns to sport; an industry where innovation increasingly determines success but often goes unseen.

Mon 20th Apr 2026

Why “Core” and “Non-Core” Players Matter.

Tue 14th Apr 2026

The first in a series of articles exploring different layers of today’s quantum ecosystem. This piece reviews the foundations: the physics, the hardware and how quantum innovation is evolving.

Tue 31st Mar 2026

A journey through the weird and wonderful bits of the history of intellectual property

Wed 25th Feb 2026

Newly refreshed and relaunched for 2026

Wed 11th Feb 2026

The UK Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal's 'Emotional Perception' judgment

Fri 23rd Jan 2026

Tom Mahon joined IET Hammersmith members.

Wed 21st Jan 2026

The patent that sparked a world of imagination

Fri 14th Nov 2025

Prepare now for increases from 1 April 2026

Fri 17th Oct 2025

Rachel Barrett takes a look at some spooky surprises to be found in the Patent Office.

Fri 3rd Oct 2025

This article first appeared in the September 2025 edition of the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys’ journal.

Fri 3rd Oct 2025

Our top five tips for founders, innovators and anyone navigating the intersection of tech and IP.

Fri 22nd Aug 2025

Patent Administrator Hannah Harding joined us in 2022 and recently wrote for the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys' Journal. Find out more about Hannah.

Fri 15th Aug 2025

Matthew has been working at Page White Farrer since 2016 and qualified as a European Patent Attorney in 2021.

Fri 8th Aug 2025

Adele takes on our Q & A challenge.

Wed 6th Aug 2025

After years of conflicting decisions from the Boards of Appeal, there has been a final referral to the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) on description amendments.

Fri 1st Aug 2025

Find out more about Sam's career as a Patent Attorney.

Wed 16th Jul 2025

This article first appeared in the June 2025 edition of the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys’ journal.

Tue 15th Jul 2025

Rachel joined our team as a Trainee Patent Attorney in 2024. Read on to find out more about Rachel.

Fri 27th Jun 2025

Our 2024 cohort have all achieved the Certificate in Intellectual Property Law.

Tue 24th Jun 2025

Sam Judge guides entrepreneurs, scientists, and investors through the essentials of intellectual property protection in the evolving cannabis sector.

Wed 11th Jun 2025

Jennifer Thornton explains how UK contributory infringement is based on steam boilers

Wed 11th Jun 2025

Dr Sarah Hamburg and Virginia Driver share their thoughts on the patentability of neurotech.

Fri 6th Jun 2025

Hannah Harding (IP Paralegal) reflects on her entry into the IP profession, and how it almost didn’t
happen.

Thu 5th Jun 2025

In the fast-paced world of innovation, many SMEs face tough decisions about where to allocate limited resources.

Tue 3rd Jun 2025

In the highly innovative and fast-moving field of photonics, intellectual property (IP) protection is a strategic imperative.

Wed 30th Apr 2025

Gary discussed patented technology in the mobile phone industry.

Wed 23rd Apr 2025

Shameena is recognised for her work with the CMS Collaboration.

Tue 11th Mar 2025

Could an atom-sized sensor transform the way doctors detect disease? What if your smartphone’s timekeeping accuracy held the key to advanced medical diagnostics?

Mon 3rd Mar 2025

Meet us at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire.

Fri 22nd Nov 2024

It’s an exciting time to be a patent professional specialising in AI and Quantum!

Thu 14th Nov 2024

Patent Attorney Peter Jenkins will be speaking at the RSC’s 2024 Intellectual Property Law Seminar.

Thu 17th Oct 2024

Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Felix Daul has joined our Munich office as a Partner

Thu 10th Oct 2024

Page White Farrer Patent Attorney Andy McKinlay has been announced as a mentor for TopTech 2025.

Tue 8th Oct 2024

Ada Lovelace Day is held on the second Tuesday of every October to celebrate and increase the profile of achievements of women in science.

Tue 1st Oct 2024

Partner and Patent Attorney Andy McKinlay is promoted to Director of Page, White & Farrer Limited.

Wed 3rd Jul 2024

Listings are based on recommendations made by clients and peers to FT research partner Statista

Sun 23rd Jun 2024

This International Women in Engineering Day, Catriona Collection reflects on the inspiring life of the computer pioneer Grace Hopper.

Tue 28th May 2024

The UK’s approach to patenting AI inventions could change very soon! The High Court’s unexpected decision in the case of Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller-General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks has been appealed by the United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO).

Wed 22nd May 2024

There’s no better time to invest in semiconductor research and development in the UK. Patent Attorney Liz Mills explains why.

Fri 10th May 2024

Since the beginning of this year (2024), the UPC has published information on the cases being filed at the UPC on a monthly basis.

Wed 24th Apr 2024

Did you know you don’t automatically own your innovation?

Tue 19th Mar 2024

On 21 March Patent Attorney Sam Judge will be speaking on ‘The Role of Patents in Promoting Innovation and Economic Growth.’

Fri 15th Mar 2024

On 21 March 2024 Patent Attorney Olivier Martinez will be on hand to discuss how our team can help agricultural innovators safeguard their innovations through patents.

Mon 4th Mar 2024

As announced in the Decision of the Administrative Council of 14 December 2023, effective from 1 April 2024 many of the fees of the EPO will be increasing.

Fri 1st Dec 2023

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has issued a practice update regarding the examination of patent applications involving artificial neural networks (ANNs). Patent Attorney Thomas Mahon explains more.

Tue 28th Nov 2023

Emma Berry reflects on an insightful day at the first UK MedTech Innovation Assembly hosted by Halston Group.

Thu 9th Nov 2023

Patent Attorney David Roberts explains the Legal Board of Appeal of the European Patent Office’s decision requiring wet signatures on all assignments of European patent applications.

Mon 6th Nov 2023

On 8 November Patent Attorney Sam Judge is presenting on ‘Navigating a maze: AI and software in chemical patents.’

Fri 13th Oct 2023

Patent and Trade Mark Attorney Peter Kindermann has joined our Munich office as a Partner

Mon 31st Jul 2023

When is a product that has actually been marketed not prior art?

Wed 19th Jul 2023

Virginia joined a distinguished panel for a 'Fireside chat on Leveraging the Investment Ecosystem', an Accelerating Funding for Women in Business event run by Fund Her North, an organisation which supports funding for female founded companies and in conjunction with the NatWest Entrepreneur Accelerator.

Wed 5th Jul 2023

19 companies selected for the 2023 list.

Sat 3rd Jun 2023

An opportunity for judges, attorneys and a member of the administrative committee to discuss important issues shortly before the start of the new Unified Patent Court (UPC)

Wed 24th May 2023

Virginia Driver contributes to a white paper exploring the emerging innovations and challenges of the new world of MedTech and what the future holds for the industry.

Tue 11th Apr 2023

Changes to R&D tax relief for costs relating to innovations that are not covered by a granted patent, took effect on 1 April 2023.

Tue 11th Apr 2023

How Patent Box tax relief can help companies holding a qualifying patent reduce their rate of corporation tax.

Mon 20th Mar 2023

Once you have decided to go ahead with an FTO search to establish that you will have freedom to operate in your chosen markets, how do you ensure that your IP resources are focused most effectively?

Mon 13th Mar 2023

A freedom to operate (FTO) analysis should be an essential part of the intellectual property (IP) management and compliance process for new product development in every manufacturing or merchandising company.

Mon 20th Feb 2023

The Unitary Patent is now ready to enter into operation on 1 June 2023, after the German government deposited its instrument of ratification of the Agreement on a Unified Patent Court (UPCA) with the Council of the European Union on the 17 February 2023.

Thu 9th Feb 2023

In an article for The Life Sciences Lawyer first published in January 2023, partner Roona Deb discusses the admissibility of post-published evidence for the assessment of an inventive step at the EPO.

Mon 6th Feb 2023

As part of the digitisation strategy of the European Patent Office (EPO), from 1 November, documents will be deemed to be notified on the date they bear and deadlines will be calculated from that date rather than the mailing date plus 10 days.

Mon 9th Jan 2023

The Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA) have opened their call for applications from innovators, entrepreneurs, start ups or companies with sustainable solutions and inventions worthy of being nominated for the Earthshot Prize 2023.

Mon 9th Jan 2023

Page White Farrer is pleased to announce the promotion of European patent attorney Dr. Andrew McKinlay in our Leeds office from a senior associate to partner.

Mon 19th Dec 2022

As part of its dedication to promote inclusivity in the field of intellectual property, patent attorney David Roberts has been providing 1:1 mentoring to an undergraduate student, Sofie Spasov.

Thu 15th Dec 2022

In the second of our IP Guides for Startups, patent attorney Elizabeth Mills explains what is happening at the patent office while you wait to hear if you have been granted a patent.

Mon 5th Dec 2022

In the first in a series of posts which explore themes around sustainable innovation, Kelda Style looks at the issues facing companies with an eye on the Earthshot Prize and the 2030 goal of finding and growing the solutions that will repair our planet in the next ten years.

Tue 22nd Nov 2022

In 2021, Page White Farrer signed up to support two mentoring schemes, one of which was ‘Black Lawyers Matter’ which was established by the Stephen James Partnership in an effort to level the playing field for Black lawyers in the UK.

Tue 15th Nov 2022

A patent is a useful business tool as it can be utilised to stop competitors from copying your invention, to attract investors, for publicity and marketing, and to obtain revenue through licensing. 

Fri 7th Oct 2022

The Department of International Trade is offering an Internationalisation Fund for businesses based in England as part of the European Regional Development Funding (ERDF). The scheme offers match-funded grants of between £1,000 - £9,000.

Thu 29th Sep 2022

Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation, is offering up to 50 Women in Innovation Awards to women entrepreneurs in UK businesses.  Each award will provide £50,000 of funding. The competition is specifically for women with exciting, innovative ideas and ambitious plans that will inspire others.

Fri 16th Sep 2022

We have updated our useful map showing the options for registering a patent across 44 European states under the European Patent Convention as the European Patent Organisation welcomes Montenegro to its growing number of member states from 1 October 2022.

Wed 7th Sep 2022

Yes, you can patent an app. We are often asked this question by app developers, and many find that answer surprising because there is a myth that it is not possible to obtain a patent for computer code.

Mon 15th Aug 2022

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has published its summary of findings from its consultation on whether the ecosystem around Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) is functioning efficiently and effectively.

Wed 20th Jul 2022

The process of setting up the Unified Patent Court is gaining momentum after a number of significant decisions were made at the meeting on 8 July 2022.

Mon 18th Jul 2022

On 3 October 2022, amendments to Canadian Patent Rules will come into force, introducing changes to patent prosecution in Canada.

Tue 12th Jul 2022

On 17 June 2022, members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) reached an agreement to suspend patent protection for the production and supply of Covid-19 vaccines with the aim of increasing access to Covid-19 vaccines in developing countries.

Mon 11th Jul 2022

The EPO Legal Board of Appeal issued a decision (J 8/20) in December 2021 to dismiss an appeal against a decision to refuse a patent application the basis that the designation of inventor named ‘DABUS’, an AI system, as the inventor.

Fri 8th Jul 2022

Innovate UK are today launching a new series of grants totaling £30 million. The Fast Start: Innovation Grants application process is open for entry to innovative UK small and micro-businesses from 11 to 26 July 2022.

Fri 24th Jun 2022

Page White Farrer attorneys attended a variety of events over the course of London Tech Week, from conferences to webinars, gaining key insights to further develop their expertise in tech IP in a range of fields.

Wed 8th Jun 2022

Page White Farrer is pleased to announce the promotion of three European patent attorneys in our London office.

Mon 30th May 2022

A new global sequence listing standard (WIPO Standard ST.26) will be coming into effect on 1 July 2022. New PCT and national/regional applications filed after 1 July 2022 will need to comply with ST.26.

Tue 24th May 2022

Trainee patent attorney Siya Maini discusses her first year working in the IP industry after joining Page White Farrer.

Thu 3rd Mar 2022

USPTO report examines overall patenting trends as well as trends in patent filings and value indicators in the four most-patented 5G-related technologies.

Mon 14th Feb 2022

The question of whether the European Patent Convention confers jurisdiction on the EPO to determine whether a party validly claims to be a successor in title as referred to in Article 87(1)(b) has been referred to the Enlarged Board of Appeal.

Tue 18th Jan 2022

Could your invention be in with a chance of a £1 million Earthshot prize?

Mon 10th Jan 2022

The European Patent Office (EPO) has ruled that an AI system will not be recognised as an inventor for the purposes of obtaining a European patent as, unlike a human, a system does not have legal capacity.