SECTORAL POLICIES / Agriculture

Brexit - British position on geographical indications is not clear

Brussels, 07/09/2018 (Agence Europe)

On 3 September, the NGO oriGIn stated that the British position was not clear when it comes to the protection of EU geographical indications (GI) after withdrawal from the EU.  This is a matter of concern for the European Commission in negotiations with London (see EUROPE 12086).

The EU’s position is clear, said Michel Barnier, the EU’s chief negotiator for Brexit.  He said Brexit must not lead to a loss of existing intellectual property rights.  This protection is an international...