Whish & Bailey's Competition Law is the definitive textbook on this subject The authors explain the purpose of competition policy introduce the reader to key concepts & techniques in competition law & provide insights into the numerous different issues that arise when analysing market behaviour Describing the law in its economic & market context they particularly consider the competition law implications of business phenomena including distribution agreements licences of intellectual property rights cartels joint ventures & mergers The book assimilates a wide variety of resources including judgments decisions guidelines & periodical literature An authoritative treatment of competition law is paired with an easy-to-follow writing style to make this book a comprehensive guide to the subject regularly used in universities law firms economic consultancies competition authorities & courts Clear detailed & analytical this is an unparalleled guide & st&-alone resource on competition law