The EPO forwards the search report, the search opinion (if applicable, see B‑XI, 7) and copies of all cited documents to the applicant, see B‑X, 11.1), including automated translations annexed to the ESOP (when appropriate, see B‑X, 9.1.3) and those documents appearing after the "&" sign and designated to be copied and sent to the applicant (see B‑X, 11.3).[Rule 65; Rule 61(1); ]
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Date retrieved: 17 May 2021