Copyright in a literary, dramatic or musical work is the exclusive right, with respect to the work, to reproduce, publish, perform in public, broadcast, include in a cable programme or adapt. Additionally, copyright grants exclusive rights, with respect to an adaptation of the work, to reproduce, publish, perform in public, broadcast or include in a cable programme.

Copyright in an artistic work is the exclusive right, with respect to the work, to reproduce, publish, include in a broadcast or include in a cable programme.

This article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter and should NOT be treated as legal advice. Specific legal advice should be sought by you about your particular case and special circumstances.

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