Key themes
We review enforcement priorities of the Competition and Markets Authority in the UK, including merger control, cartels, and abuse of dominance cases.
The article highlights procedural reforms, fines policy, commitments decisions, and sector inquiries.
Merger control
We explain thresholds, filing strategies, and substantive assessment in complex and multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Early engagement and remedy design can significantly reduce timing and execution risk.
Cartels and dominance
The piece discusses leniency, dawn raids, data handling, and evolving theories of harm in digital markets.
Dominance cases often turn on market definition, foreclosure effects, and efficiencies.
Compliance and outlook
We provide practical steps for risk identification, training, and monitoring, aligned with developing EU practice.
Upcoming reforms and enforcement tools will further shape business conduct and transaction planning.