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Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:21:49 GMT
For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:50:23 GMT
The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give "talks some space", raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:11:36 GMT
The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 02:08:36 GMT
The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:33:08 GMT
The Aberdeen-based businessman turned his family's boat repair firm into an oil and gas engineering giant.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:19:36 GMT
The company's shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:49 GMT
Agents say some renters wrongly believe permission to have a pet is guaranteed.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:17:50 GMT
Competition from ultra-cheap Chinese retailers and the cost of living crisis could be putting some people off shopping at the store, analysts say.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:15:21 GMT
Gatwick Airport faced a day of disruptions with toilets and restaurants closed to passengers.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:23:53 GMT
As ADHD diagnoses have risen, have workplaces caught up with the needs of the workforce?
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:14:41 GMT
Hugging Face said the hack was done at superhuman speed by an AI with little or no human guidance.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:23:58 GMT
The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:49:25 GMT
Until a judge reaches a final verdict – or until 1 June 2027 – the Hollywood studios will remain completely separate, competing operations.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:02:26 GMT
While the US tariffs imposed on the UK are effectively unchanged, other countries now have a better deal.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:44:53 GMT
Renewed tensions in the Middle East feed through to the costs faced by lenders, pushing up borrowing costs.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:31:11 GMT
The government wants to relax wedding laws so couples can get married almost anywhere.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:21:31 GMT
The BBC's Samira Hussain explains how President Trump's tariffs affect US economy, who pays the price, and whether they're working.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:04:19 GMT
The threat of attack has never been higher, the boss of Europe's biggest defence contractor has warned.
Dr Charles Woodburn
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:33:02 GMT
Hannah and Max continued to pool finances after Max was made redundant but took "drastic measures" to cut spending.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:00:41 GMT
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:18:03 GMT
Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:04:58 GMT
Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:29:06 GMT
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:11:35 GMT
The median cost of a home in the city is now $1.7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:48:55 GMT
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:02:09 GMT
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:23:12 GMT
Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:21:49 GMT
For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:38:51 GMT
The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:21:39 GMT
Parents welcome summer discounts but say days out can still cost more than £100.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:11:36 GMT
The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:04:03 GMT
The bonus scheme offers a one-off payment of up to £150 towards school essentials.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:05:19 GMT
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:10:11 GMT
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:04 GMT
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
Thu, 28 May 2026 06:44:47 GMT
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:01:24 GMT
What might the new team at the top of government mean for your money?
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:22:37 GMT
You've been invited by the happy couple, but they've asked for cash - not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:30:00 GMT
What tech earnings reveal about AI investment and Donald Trump's tariff talks
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:45:19 GMT
The new PM has announced at 20% business rate cut for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England,
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:29:46 GMT
Pubs, clubs and live music venues in England will get a 20% cut in business rates from April.
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Simon Emmerson at Emmerson Law continues to act for an impressive range of clients at the Mercantile, County and High Courts. Recent work includes defending a $1.5m breach of contract claim.
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Simon is extremely good at the face-to-face mediation process and managed our case in a very expedient and professional manner. He is extremely cost effective and pragmatic in his approach.
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'Impressive and seasoned litigator' Simon Emmerson heads the team at Emmerson Law which acted on a number of negligence, fraud and breach of contract claims.
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Litigation boutique Emmerson Law is led by Simon Emmerson, who really understands the dynamics of litigation. The firm has notable experience handling claims arising from commercial contracts and economic torts.
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Commercial contracts and economic torts are the forte of litigation boutique Emmerson Law, which also 'punches above its weight' in regulatory work. 'Top-notch' managing director Simon Emmerson has 'a real feel for the dynamics of litigation' and routinely acts for defendants and claimants from a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality and software development. The firm receives a high number of inbound instructions from the US.
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The ‘very responsive, efficient, proactive and knowledgeable’ practice at Emmerson Law is run by ‘excellent’ sole practitioner Simon Emmerson. Emmerson acts for listed companies, SMEs and owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors including energy, electronics manufacturing, software development and motorsport.
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