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Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:07:52 GMT
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:00:29 GMT
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:10:14 GMT
The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:58:39 GMT
The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:04:46 GMT
The retail group already owns just over a quarter of the German fashion brand but wants to buy the rest of it.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:01:48 GMT
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:01:38 GMT
Peter Kyle's comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT
It’s not just about rockets: what SpaceX does and why its IPO matters
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:07:30 GMT
Residents in the area do not want a store on land separating Llantwit Major and Llanmaes.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:14:13 GMT
The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:02:29 GMT
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:32:57 GMT
The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:39:31 GMT
The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's World Cup.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:03:32 GMT
The majority of billpayers are unaware of special tariffs for water and broadband, the spending watchdog says.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:17:02 GMT
Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:00:24 GMT
In a rare interview, a senior executive at TSMC discusses the AI boom, the geopolitics of chips and what it means for the price of electronics.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:03:08 GMT
Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:23:36 GMT
UK pint prices are up 36% since the last World Cup. We look at why beer now costs so much more.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:03:20 GMT
The mask is not "clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks", the advertising watchdog finds.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:32:31 GMT
After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:35:59 GMT
Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:02:43 GMT
The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:05:32 GMT
Learner drivers can only swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:13:32 GMT
SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:20:59 GMT
The Pentagon list warns US firms of risks linked to working with flagged Chinese companies.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:06:07 GMT
From 12 May, only learner drivers can book their own tests, not instructors.
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:04:34 GMT
The firm, founded in 1809, appointed administrators due to rising energy and labour costs.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:01:54 GMT
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:06:30 GMT
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:01:04 GMT
The European country had 9.1 million international visitors in April, the most ever for that month.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:10:26 GMT
Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:45 GMT
The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds heaps pressure on those hunting for the natural gems.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:05:11 GMT
Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.
Sun, 31 May 2026 23:19:32 GMT
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.
Thu, 28 May 2026 23:36:45 GMT
BMW is introducing humanoid robots to a car plant in Europe, building on similar projects in the US.
Wed, 27 May 2026 23:14:43 GMT
With US waiting staff getting cross at receiving less than 20%, tips are also on the rise elsewhere.
Wed, 27 May 2026 10:58:45 GMT
Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
Sun, 24 May 2026 23:13:50 GMT
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
Sun, 24 May 2026 01:02:55 GMT
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
Thu, 21 May 2026 23:14:18 GMT
Frustration with fake dating profiles has spurred new dating services with different approaches.
Wed, 20 May 2026 23:19:14 GMT
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.
Mon, 18 May 2026 23:04:14 GMT
Most clothes are made in Asia, but new machines could bring some of that work back to the West.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:25:14 GMT
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:00:29 GMT
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:21:15 GMT
Pub landlords explain why they have no choice but to charge more.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:56:35 GMT
Many of the completed payments have gone to low income families with surging heating oil costs.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:22:27 GMT
Workers and families held a demonstration with 167 jobs at risk at the site in Launceston.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:07:09 GMT
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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?
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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 has once again provided us with excellent service. Simon is smart, tough, responsive – and all at very competitive rates.
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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 Emmerson has done an outstanding job for us with his pragmatic, professional and common sense approach.
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Emmerson Law’s team is headed by founding partner Simon Emmerson, who is praised for his ‘excellent tactical and commercially oriented advice'.
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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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