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	* Operating alongside the common law action of "passing off," which protects unregistered trademarks.		* Operating alongside the common law action of "passing off," which protects unregistered trademarks.

−	For the full Act of law see [https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1994/26/contents The Trade Marks Act 1994 (TMA 1994)], up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 08 February 2026. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date.	+	For the full Act of law see [https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1994/26/contents The Trade Marks Act 1994 (TMA 1994)], up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 08 February 2026. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. See also Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, and the Patents Act 1977.

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The Trade Marks Act 1994 (TMA 1994) is the primary legislation governing registered trade marks in the UK, providing a comprehensive framework for protecting brand identity. It defines a trademark as any sign capable of graphical representation that distinguishes goods/services, including logos, words, and shapes. Key aspects of the Act include:

* Replacing the 1938 Act to allow registration of a broader range of marks (e.g., slogans, shapes, colours) and strengthened rights against infringement, expanding protection.
* Defining a trademark and its function as being capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one undertaking from others, serving as a "badge of origin".
* Creating a legal property right through registration allowing owners to take legal action against infringers.
* Implementing the EU Directive 89/104/EEC to align UK law with European standards, incorporating the Madrid Protocol for international registration.
* Covering standard, collective, and certification marks.
* Defining actions the constitute infringement and providing penalties, including potential imprisonment for counterfeiting.
* Operating alongside the common law action of "passing off," which protects unregistered trademarks.

For the full Act of law see [https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1994/26/contents The Trade Marks Act 1994 (TMA 1994)], up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 08 February 2026. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date.

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