Depending on the type of work needing protection, you may already have automatic IP rights, or you may need to apply for this protection.
In general, you will automatically be protected by:
Copyright - for writing and literary works, filmed content, music and other sound recordings, art and photography.
Design right - for the shape of objects you design.
You will normally need to apply for IP protection with:
Trade marks - for product names, logos and jingles.
Registered designs - for the general appearance of a product, such as its packaging, colour and decoration.
Patents - for inventions and machines, including pharmaceuticals, tools and software.