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Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:38:35 GMT
Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:19:22 GMT
The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the "shocking" material as Musk denies the allegations.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:58:10 GMT
Faisal Islam says the Labour argues the difference in its plans this time is that the planning has come first.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:57:23 GMT
The UK restaurant chain's remaining 33 restaurants will stay open after a rescue deal was reached.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:44:53 GMT
The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:07:50 GMT
Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren't necessary.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:05:25 GMT
The scheme will be delivered in phases, starting with upgrades to lines between Leeds, York, Bradford and Sheffield.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:30:30 GMT
Beijing reported the largest-ever trade surplus at $1.19tn as China diversified its trade.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:17:50 GMT
Saks Global, which owns Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, leaving questions about the luxury retailer's future.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:08:37 GMT
The government says the projects will bring down bills but the Conservatives say it is locking in high wind prices.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:11:37 GMT
Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:06:09 GMT
There will still be digital checks on those starting a new job, but people will not need to hold a digital ID.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:17:19 GMT
Previous plans for a high-speed rail line between the cities were scrapped by Rishi Sunak's government.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:06:33 GMT
Finance Secretary Shona Robison unveils the government's tax and spending plans for the coming financial year.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:30:40 GMT
Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:30:12 GMT
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:35:04 GMT
A Monzo spokesperson said it had activated a back-up banking service after identifying issues affecting its app.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:48:27 GMT
The discount retailer says it is also investing about £43m in revamping more than 70 UK shops.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:59:57 GMT
The US president also imposes a 25% tariff on countries that "do business" with Tehran, while Iran's foreign minister says his country is "ready for war".
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 03:34:43 GMT
It is currently illegal to share deepfakes, but the law against creating them has not yet come into force.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:55:05 GMT
The Supreme Court's decision on Trump's trade strategy could come as soon as Wednesday.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:29:35 GMT
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:54:25 GMT
Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:27:16 GMT
Three former heads of the central bank say the probe seeks to undermine the Fed's independence and "has no place" in the US.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:30:12 GMT
The move to low and no-alcohol has led to falling sales at the brewing giant.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:14:38 GMT
The US president has called for interest rates on credit cards to be capped at 10% for one year.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:44:10 GMT
Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:01:51 GMT
More bosses are sharing the top job giving them more time for family and breaks.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:02:08 GMT
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:58:29 GMT
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:07:59 GMT
Companies are trying to wean staff off Excel spreadsheets to centralise control of their data.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:40 GMT
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:37:07 GMT
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:53:13 GMT
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:04:25 GMT
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:04:45 GMT
Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:05:38 GMT
The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:07:27 GMT
Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:37 GMT
Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:18:10 GMT
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:06:44 GMT
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.
Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:57:33 GMT
The businesses' co-owner says it is because of a lack of sales and high overheads.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:12:49 GMT
Severn Wye has been shortlisted for the Health Service Journal Partnership Award.
Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:07:42 GMT
The Family Matters charity in Weymouth works to help parents with babies and children of pre school age.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:53:38 GMT
The sessions are an opportunity for people to connect but also for people who do not wish to chat.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:29:35 GMT
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:26:18 GMT
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:14:47 GMT
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:03 GMT
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:03:37 GMT
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

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We provide advice and guidance on the resolution of business disputes, including through direct negotiation, mediation and litigation. Examples of our services include early stage advice on contract termination and dispute avoidance; presenting or responding to claims; representation at mediation appointments; litigation management; representation in court proceedings; and drafting position statements.

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