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Pharmaceuticals (Patent Law)

Volume 83: debated on Monday 22 July 1985

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asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether it is his intention to seek to bring United Kingdom patent law for pharmaceuticals into line with the provisions of the European Patent Convention; and if he will make a statement.

In the few areas where the European Patent Convention and United Kingdom patent law make special provision for pharmaceuticals, they are in line. I do not consider that any action is required.