From October 2010, the Patents County Court has been able to hear copyright infringement claims under a quicker, cheaper, simplified procedure. Although a good thing in general access to justice terms, this does mean that those claiming in copyright have a more attractive route to litigation, and already some cases light on merit have been heard before the court. Colleges and universities should note that whilst they will have an easier way to protect their own copyright works, they may also be subject to court-based claims more frequently. It is therefore important to ensure effective procedures are in place to minimise the risks of infringement by college and university staff.