The Intellectual Property Office UK (UKIPO) has today published the results of its latest Trading Standards Survey (2024-2025).
The survey provides insights into the scale and scope of IP crime from the perspective of those working on the frontline. The report presents the key findings from the survey alongside case studies demonstrating the impact of Trading Standards work in protecting consumers, supporting legitimate businesses, and disrupting criminal networks.
The results reinforce that fake goods and piracy are often linked to serious organized crime, including money laundering, drug dealing, and modern slavery.
Between 2024 and 2025, Trading Standards teams reported a rise in counterfeiting investigations across various industries:
Top counterfeit products (2024–25):
- 85% Tobacco
- 67% Clothing
- 37% Footwear
Top crimes linked to counterfeiting:
- 48% Organised crime
- 36% Money laundering
- 26% Modern slavery
- 24% Drug dealing
This year, the UKIPO has expanded its IP Crime Coordinator network to continue to increase support at a local level. These are specialists embedded with Trading Standards teams who provide expertise that helps protect consumers and legitimate businesses across the UK, making a real difference in the fight against IP crime.
The UKIPO’s Deputy Director of Intelligence and Law Enforcement, Kate Caffery, said: “Counterfeiting is both a global and local challenge, and we all have a role to play in disrupting this threat. This year, we’ve seen stronger collaboration between Trading Standards and other public sector partners as we work together to combat counterfeiting and piracy. We’re continuing to work with our partners across industry, government, and law enforcement to intercept the criminal networks involved and deliver a clear message to consumers – understand the harms, stay alert to avoid falling victim, and know how to report suspicious goods offered for sale.”
You can read the full report to explore the data, insights, and how the UKIPO is working to protect consumers and disrupt criminal networks here.
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