Can I revoke a licence?

For a fixed-term licence, no — only under conditions agreed in the contract. An open-ended licence may be terminated with the notice period agreed in the contract.

Must a licence agreement be in writing?

For an exclusive licence, yes (statutory requirement). For a non-exclusive licence the law does not require it, but a written form is recommended as evidence of the terms.

What if the author breaches the contract and grants a licence to someone else?

The licensee is entitled to damages. For an exclusive licence, they may also seek an injunction against further infringement.

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Copyright Licence Agreement

A licence agreement gives the licensee the right to use a work in the manner and to the extent agreed in the contract. The author retains authorship — only selected rights are transferred. The agreement covers exclusivity, territory, duration, licence fee and the right to grant a sub-licence.

These templates are for illustrative purposes only. They are not legal advice — consult a lawyer before signing.

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