Key points of the amendment to the Spanish Intellectual Property Act effected by Act 21/2014

Such amendment, whilst incorporating into Spanish law a number of regulatory requirements imposed by European directives, has also introduced other changes that have stirred – and will continue to stir – a great deal of debate and controversy within the industry. Perhaps that is why the fourth final provision of Act 21/2014 stipulates that the Government, within one year from entry into force of the statute, shall conduct the necessary preliminary work, in collaboration with all sectors and stakeholders, to prepare a comprehensive amendment to the Intellectual Property Act that is fully adjusted to the needs of and opportunities afforded by the knowledge society…