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UK maintains top global ranking amidst shifting landscape
The UK has once again secured a joint top position for its work in the trade mark environment, achieving a perfect score in the latest International IP Index.
George Myrants
We are saddened to hear that George Myrants, a longstanding member of our profession, has passed away aged 97.
Law and practice snippets: February 2026
An update on recent practice points by our Law and Practice Committee, including changes to the Nice Classification, fee increases and a Supreme Court decision.
Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys can now apply for Pro Bono Recognition List
Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys can now submit their names to the Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales for the first time.
Features
AI procurement top tips: Liability and compliance
Part C of this series explores the legal, contractual, and organisational responsibilities that arise when Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys and IP professionals adopt AI-based tools.
AI procurement top tips: Critical risk assessment
Part B of this series examines the key technical, operational, and regulatory risks that must be assessed when Trade Mark Attorneys and IP professionals adopt AI-based tools.
AI procurement top tips: Trust & partnership assessment
Part A of this Top 5 series focuses on the foundational considerations that Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys and related IP professionals should evaluate when selecting and working with AI vendors.
AI procurement guidance for IP professionals
Our three-part top 5 tips series gives Chartered Trade Mark Attorneys and IP professionals a practical framework for safely adopting AI tools.
CITMA Review features:
Protecting a brand abroad
As African markets evolve, the risk of trade mark squatting grows. Chinwe Ogban shares some practical solutions.
Letter from IP Inclusive: Summer of IP 2026
Helen Smith invites you to take part and improve access to careers in IP.
Consent to coexist
Cherry Shin explores how rights holders in key jurisdictions can legally permit other brands to register a trade mark resembling their own.
On your marks, get set…
2026 is a big year for sporting events, writes Leanne Gulliver, and the IP sector will be a major player.
Case comments
Family matters
Protecting your own must be a priority, finds Sam Barker. [2025] EWHC 3077 (IPEC), easyGroup Ltd v Jaybank Leisure Ltd.
A golden opportunity
Guidance on interpretation of figurative marks with written descriptions is welcome, writes Daniel Ramos. [2025] EWCA Civ 1341, Babek International Ltd v Iceland Foods Ltd.
The hunt for reputation
Rebecca Field reports on Puma’s appeal against a decision it said would affect its reputation. T-491/24, Puma SE v EUIPO, General Court.
Less can mean more
Brevity is a powerful tool in registering marks, finds Henry Schlaefli. [2025] EWCA Civ 1340, Thom Browne Inc & Anor v Adidas AG.