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We're pleased to announce the results of the 2026 CITMA Council election, following a contested ballot.

We're delighted to announce the appointment of the two representative roles within CITMA, following separate selection processes that took place recently.

The new UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) fee structure has received parliamentary approval and will come into force on 1st April 2026 - the first fee increase for trade marks this century.

View a selection of photos from our Spring Conference, held at The Minster Building, and our second Spring Party at Sea Containers London.

This year’s conference saw more than 180 delegates, speakers, and exhibitors come together in London for a day of learning and building new connections.

The CITMA & CIPA Community Designs Handbook has been retitled the CITMA & CIPA European Union Designs Handbook, reflecting significant changes to EU designs.

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.

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.