5.3.2 Formal requirements of the specification

Date Published

​​​​​​​Examination practice

Filing date determines the requirements

Substantial rather than strict compliance

Strict compliance with the formalities requirements for specifications is not required. There is no need to raise an objection if the documents substantially comply.

Amended Reasons

Amended Reason Date Amended

Formalities determination links in header updated to link directly to determination documents

Published for testing

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