IPO publish an assessment of the case for simplification of the design right system

The IPO today published a position paper (http://www.ipo.gov.uk/types/hargreaves.htm ) which shows an  intention to publish a formal consultation on how to move forward. This is in response to the provision within the Hargreaves review to carry out an assessment of the case for simplification of the design right system, and in particular whether there is a need for a UK unregistered right alongside the EU right.