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This case reaffirms the difficulty in defending a sub-brand (or unconventional) trade mark and provides guidance to brand owners on how to evidence acquired distinctiveness.

The most radical proposal is to encourage smaller DB schemes to consolidate into larger units run by commercial consolidators. This would break the insurance mould that has dominated DB to date.

How will state aid and competition law fare after Brexit? This update provides a concise summary on where things currently stand.

BEIS has called for evidence on 'A future framework for heat in buildings'.

J Beacon v HMRC illustrates the standard that must be met to claim trade loss relief.