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The latest news stories from ACID & the world of IP

Silver Crane Co.

Member Focus: Silver Crane Co.

  • October 17, 2025
Silver Crane, an ACID member, leads the world in creative tin packaging — blending originality, sustainability, and strong IP protection.
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Designers must speak up to change unfair IP laws

ACID Calls on Designers to Join UK Design Consultation

  • October 15, 2025
Design Week spotlights ACID’s Dids Macdonald OBE., urging designers to act now in shaping fairer IP laws through the UK’s vital design law consultation.
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ACID MEMBER SAMUEL CHAN BECOMES A FURNITURE MAKERS’ COMPANY LIVERYMAN

ACID Member Samuel Chan Becomes a Furniture Makers’ Company Liveryman

  • October 9, 2025
ACID celebrates member Samuel Chan, founder of Channels & Joined + Jointed, on becoming a Liveryman of the Furniture Makers’ Company — a true champion of original design and craftsmanship.
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Protecting Giftware Creativity from AI: Why Copyright Must Keep Pace

  • October 3, 2025
AI poses risks to giftware originality, with designers’ livelihoods at stake. ACID urges stronger copyright to protect creativity in the industry.
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In Memory

Kit Heath Passes Away – Honouring a Legacy in the British Jewellery Industry

  • September 30, 2025
Condolences for the passing of Kit Heath, a pioneer in British jewellery. His legacy of creativity, integrity & design excellence will live on.
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New Council Member

ACID Delighted To Announce Peter Dunne as New ACID Council Member!

  • September 30, 2025
ACID welcomes Peter Dunne to its Advisory Council, strengthening the fight for design protection, innovation, and respect for IP rights.
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Openhouse Products

Member Focus: Openhouse Products

  • September 24, 2025
Openhouse Products, an ACID member, designs innovative equipment bags for emergency services and beyond, championing design integrity and IP protection.
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Open letter to Pm

UK Creators Demand Prime Minister Recognise Creators’ Human Rights And Protect Copyright Now

  • September 16, 2025
Over 70 UK creators urge the Prime Minister to protect copyright, defend human rights, and stop Big Tech AI from exploiting creative work.
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Autumn

Standing Together: ACID and Holly & Co Unite to Protect and Support Small Business Creativity Online

  • September 15, 2025
ACID and Holly & Co partner to protect small business creativity online, offering IP support and creating a safer, more confident space for makers.
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ACID and BHETA Bolster their Commitment to IP with New Partnership!

  • September 9, 2025
ACID & BHETA strengthen their partnership to provide members with vital IP resources, guidance, and protection across the homewares and DIY sectors.
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Design Consultation Campaign (Instagram Post (45))

Once-in-a-decade IP Shake-up: Government Announces Major Design Law Reform Consultation

  • September 4, 2025
The UK Government launches a once-in-a-decade Design Law Reform Consultation—designers must act now to shape stronger protection for creativity and IP.
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Carl Henrik-Andersson (1)

The Green Light for IP: ACID Sustainability Ambassador Advocates the Inextricable Link between Intellectual Property (IP) and Sustainable Design

  • September 3, 2025
ACID welcomes Carl Henrik-Andersson as Sustainability Ambassador, championing IP’s vital role in driving sustainable design and ethical AI
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