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BBC News - Business

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:40:23 GMT
Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:23:13 GMT
The president's remarks came as stronger-than-expected jobs figures added to growing expectations that rates could be increased.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:59:10 GMT
The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:19:06 GMT
Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:05:52 GMT
The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:09:02 GMT
Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:00:10 GMT
The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 posts by 2030.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:48:24 GMT
Xbox said the limits were due to the rising cost of cloud gaming, and would allow it to invest more in its performance
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:41:49 GMT
Jobseekers, especially Gen Z, are being targeted with fake, booby-trapped recruitment apps.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:52:56 GMT
Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:52:29 GMT
Javier Milei reiterates his country's claim on the British overseas territory, saying the "winds of change" favour it.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:40:08 GMT
At least 13 of India's 18 intercontinental cables come ashore within six kilometres of Mumbai's Versova beach.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:32:05 GMT
The deal gives Nvidia control of a leading open-source AI platform and developer community.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:26:54 GMT
Experts warn low storage levels could push up gas prices further, leaving households with higher bills.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:50:14 GMT
More than 600 companies underpaid staff, with £4m returned to workers, according to the government.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:47:11 GMT
Analysis has found a "stark" gap in the spending power of households in the north and south of England on average.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:25:50 GMT
Office whip-rounds are a staple of working life but they can raise a lot of awkward questions.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:24:06 GMT
The pop star formerly known as Posh Spice has taken nearly two decades to turn a profit.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:35:47 GMT
The US Mint special edition is stamped with a portrait of Trump alongside the words "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST"
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:06:55 GMT
Workers should weigh no more than 19.5st fully clothed so that they can be winched to safety in an emergency.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:36:49 GMT
The ride-hailing app has launched 15 self-driving taxis, but they will have safety drivers inside.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:54:14 GMT
Sir Sadiq Khan is repeating his opposition to a third runway in response to a government consultation.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:53:28 GMT
The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:20:11 GMT
Huge AI spending plans and the ongoing war in Iran are driving up borrowing costs around the world.
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:51:49 GMT
The company says cutting roles would make its operations "simpler and faster".
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:13:44 GMT
Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:22:24 GMT
So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:16:02 GMT
A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:03:46 GMT
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:09:31 GMT
After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:04:17 GMT
Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:08:37 GMT
Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:12:38 GMT
The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:27:02 GMT
Customers in the Ten Towns area will see a 8.98% increase and 12.5% for Greater Belfast.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:05:52 GMT
The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:52:56 GMT
Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:01:16 GMT
Water companies were given the green light to increase bills for customers earlier this month.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:19:06 GMT
Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:51:24 GMT
Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
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
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:26:09 GMT
Designer Jeff Banks visited Affleck’s Palace, an indoor emporium selling vintage clothing.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:52:58 GMT
We ask people in London if they would fib about their birthday to get a free treat from a shop or restaurant.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Rising bonds yields and growing government debt could see interest rates start to rise
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:32:21 GMT
The US Mint began selling gold-coloured $1(£0.74) coins featuring President Donald Trump's likeness to mark the country's 250th anniversary.

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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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  • 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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  • 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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