At the end of January 2024, the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (“IPEC”) delivered its judgment in the action raised by Thatchers Cider Company Limited (“Thatchers”) against Aldi Stores, finding that Aldi had not infringed Thatchers’ trade mark in relation to its cloudy lemon drink and also that it had not passed off its product.
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued an enforcement notice and warning to the UK Home Office this week for breach of data protection rules. It provides a helpful reminder to all organisations in the UK handling personal data, from UK government institutions right down to small businesses.
In recent months, a well-known Pursuer law firm has been active in the press in relation to claims for individuals seeking damages for illness arising out of alleged exposure to mould and dampness in rented, private housing association and local authority housing. This culminated in the announcement on 12 March 2024 that the firm intends to bring group proceedings against housing groups and local authorities.
As we approach the end of March, we will reach the end of the temporary eviction moratorium. But what does this mean in practice? As we navigate the revocation of the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022, landlords and tenants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the upcoming changes to ensure compliance with the legal requirements.
In the fashion industry, there has been a surge in the adoption of artificial intelligence (“AI”), which transcends the creation of fashion and has evolved into a tool for customising marketing campaigns and refining individual shopping experiences. AI’s impact may be felt across the industry including by designers, marketers and customers. It may also benefit the industry’s efforts to adopt long-term and effective sustainable practices.