United Kingdom

Hampshire County Council Independent Fostering Agencies Call Off Notice

Hampshire County Council has published a contract award notice for Independent Fostering Agencies (call off) services. This notice details the award to LIBERTY FOSTER CARE LIMITED for standard foster placements, with an estimated contract value of £0 excluding VAT. The contract is set to run from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2030, with a possible extension.

Hampshire County Council Awards Contract for Fostering Agencies

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for independent fostering agencies to support looked-after children. The contract, published on March 22, 2026, aims to secure local placements and includes provisions for various placement types and ongoing supplier applications.

Hampshire County Council Awards Contract for Independent Fostering Agencies

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for Independent Fostering Agencies to Foster Care Associates Limited. This contract is part of a multi-lot call-off to support looked-after children within the county, with potential extensions up to eight years.

Hampshire County Council Awards Contract for Fostering Agencies

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract for independent fostering agencies to support looked-after children. The contract, which includes multiple lots for different placement needs, was published on March 22, 2026, with an award decision date of February 24, 2026.

Meningitis Patient Factsheet and Vaccination Advice

The MHRA has published a patient factsheet on meningitis, providing information on the condition, its causes, symptoms, and the role of vaccination. The guidance also advises on reporting vaccine side effects through the Yellow Card scheme.

Trade Mark Opposition Decision O/0236/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) issued a trade mark opposition decision O/0236/26 on March 19, 2026. The decision addresses grounds related to earlier trade marks, passing off, proof of use, and procedural issues.

UK IPO Invalidity Decision O/0235/26 Festive Wonderland

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) issued an invalidity decision regarding the trademark 'Festive Wonderland' (BL Number O/0235/26). The decision, dated March 19, 2026, found the trademark invalid based on Section 3(6) of the Trade Marks Act, specifically concerning bad faith and knowledge of an opponent's use in the UK.

UK IPO Trade Mark Opposition Decision O/0234/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office has issued a trade mark opposition decision (BL Number O/0234/26) concerning grounds related to likelihood of confusion, dilution, and passing off. The decision addresses issues concerning goods versus services, marketing concepts, and the relevant date for earlier rights.

UK IPO Trade Mark Opposition Decision O/0233/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office has issued a trade mark opposition decision (O/0233/26) by Hearing Officer Mr Andrea Rossi. The decision addresses grounds related to earlier trade marks, dilution, and revocation based on genuine use and variant forms of marks across multiple classes.

UK IPO Trade Mark Invalidity Decision O/0232/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) issued a trade mark invalidity decision (O/0232/26) concerning the marks 'LovetoLend', 'LovetoLend (Series of Two)', and '#WELOVETOLEND'. The decision found the marks to be invalid on grounds of descriptiveness and distinctiveness, and also considered earlier trade marks.