The Actual Position
I've not read all the posts and comments but the trend is that a misinterpretation has occurred and the original article is inaccurate as to the impact on copyright owners.
For clarity please read http://www.ipo.gov.uk/types/hargreaves.htm?goback=%2Egde_3480226_member_236935864
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