
Cole Palmer illustrates how varied trade mark applications can be
The footballer’s successful registration of trade marks to protect his identity from unauthorised use is a reminder of how valuable “assets” can be protected.

The footballer’s successful registration of trade marks to protect his identity from unauthorised use is a reminder of how valuable “assets” can be protected.

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its first investigations under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC) into the online pricing practices of eight companies, which includes driving schools, ticket resellers, homeware and appliance retailers and a gym.

Katie Wiesendanger discusses the upcoming change within the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 which puts an end to the ‘AST trap’.


With major reforms to consumer subscription contracts on the horizon under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), businesses must prepare to adapt their processes and documentation to meet the new requirements ahead of the expected implementation in Autumn 2026.


The Court of Appeal has upheld the High Court’s decision that a director and minority shareholder was not personally liable for a breach of confidence because he did not know (nor suspect) that there was a duty of confidence (despite the company signing an NDA, and the director being involved in an initial meeting).

The employment team are delighted to invite you to their Christmas HR Networking Forum.

The hidden struggles of masking in autistic children and the impact it has on contact arrangements.