Ahmet develops a computer controlled system to alleviate traffic jams in urban areas. He applies for the patent on 12 January 2013 in Turkey. The application is published on 12 August 2014 and the patent is granted on 3 March 2015. On 4 March 2015 City of London contacts Ahmet and ask for a license to use his new invention. Ahmet who realizes that the invention is not protected in UK attempts to get a patent but finds out that James has already applied for almost the same system on 10 August 2014 in UK.

1. Is it possible for Ahmet to get a patent in UK? Evaluate in terms of novelty, priority right and alternative ways of application (PCT and EPC).

2. Is it possible for James to get a patent in UK? Evaluate in terms of novelty.

3. From whom should City of London seek permission to use the system? Ahmet of James of both or none?