Johnny Marr has publicly denied Morrissey's claims that he ignored a lucrative reunion tour offer and acquired exclusive trademark rights to The Smiths without consultation. Marr stated that he turned down the tour offer, clarifying, 'I didn’t ignore the offer - I said no.' His management revealed that Marr registered the trademark in 2018 after a third party attempted to use the band's name, a move that led to a joint ownership agreement with Morrissey's lawyers. Marr emphasized that his actions were to protect the band's legacy and prevent exploitation by others. He also confirmed that there are no plans for a tour with a different frontman. These disputes come in the wake of Morrissey's recent announcements about a potential reunion and various claims against Marr regarding their past collaborations.