How we deal with alleged breach of copyright
Alleged infringement comes to
attention of HMSO or Department
Advise HMSO or Department as
appropriate
Is an appropriate
licence already held?
Yes
No further action
No
Letter to alleged infringer from
HMSO or Department
Has a reply been
received?
HMSO offer licence if appropriate 1
Yes
No
Is material still being
used?
No
No further action
Yes
Discuss with originating department
or Treasury Solicitor (and HMSO if
appropriate)
Letter to alleged infringer from
Treasury Solicitor
Has a reply been
received?
Yes
HMSO offer licence if appropriate 1
No
Legal action: Treasury Solicitor will
advise on legal options
1
Fees for value added material will be applied retrospectively for the period of unauthorised use. This is regardless of whether HMSO or
the Department decides to grant a licence.