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For a design to be registrable it must be novel. It is therefore important to avoid disclosure of the design before a design application is filed. Non-confidential disclosure includes such things as offers for sale, advertising, use or display of the article. There are some exceptions and we can advise whether these apply to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For a design to be registrable it must be novel. It is therefore important to avoid disclosure of the design before a design application is filed. Non-confidential disclosure includes such things as offers for sale, advertising, use or display of the article. 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