PA 119 – Service by post; PR 111

Question 1

What can you send by post

Answer 1

S119
Any notice required to be given (e.g. by the UKIPO) and any application or other documents required to be filed (e.g. by the applicant) can be sent by post

Question 2

When is the notification for a UKIPO letter

Answer 2

The date on which it was posted (no 10 day rule)

Question 3

What should you do if sending things by post

Answer 3

Use registered mail, as date stamps are not always legible in the event of a dispute or wishing the use R111

Question 4

What happens if you have a delay in sending documents to the UKIPO

Answer 4

R111
(1) The comptroller shall extend ANY period of time specified in the Act or Rules when satisfied threat the failure to meet a deadline was wholly or mainly attributable to a delay or failure of ac communication service

Question 5

What type of communication does R111 delays apply to

Answer 5

Any communication, post, courier email etc

Question 6

How is an extension due to a delay made

Answer 6

R111(2)
a) after notifying the parties concerned, and
b) subject to any conditions directed by the Comptroller