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BBC News - Business
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:03:20 GMT
The cost of parking closest to the terminal has hit £10 at two of the UK's airports.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:22:34 GMT
Business leaders share their best career advice and the qualities they look for when recruiting new staff.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:18:37 GMT
A co-founder of start-up Hugging Face told the BBC that most firms are not aware that the "game has changed".
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:15:59 GMT
The company said earlier this year it expected to spend as much as $190bn on AI investments.
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?
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:10:01 GMT
June's fall in inflation will be welcomed by the new prime minister but analysts warn the fall is temporary.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 01:52:10 GMT
The allegations come as Chinese AI companies are facing increased US government scrutiny.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:08:53 GMT
The insurance market's chairman said the CEO's conduct "fell significantly below the standards expected of him".
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:07:05 GMT
The BBC speaks to people around the country about their view on the newly-announced bus fare cap.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:40:33 GMT
Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:02:05 GMT
The luxury car maker says the loans will be used to fund current and future product plans.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:40:11 GMT
It is one of the first publicly disclosed cyber-attacks carried out by AI without direct human involvement.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:26:03 GMT
The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:15:39 GMT
Islington is a snapshot of a trend playing out across inner London, Britain and much of the world.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:07:15 GMT
Matthew Wright is accused alongside three others of trying to save the firm millions in penalties.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:41:08 GMT
The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but there will be no change yet.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:57:49 GMT
As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:26:19 GMT
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
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.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:48:13 GMT
FareShare North East says it lost 16 tonnes of food - the equivalent of 7,000 meals.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:03:20 GMT
The cost of parking closest to the terminal has hit £10 at two of the UK's airports.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:07:05 GMT
The BBC speaks to people around the country about their view on the newly-announced bus fare cap.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:04:16 GMT
It comes despite the independent Utility Regulator saying it is not the right time to do so.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:26:03 GMT
The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"
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?
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.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:14:03 GMT
'It's going to help us' - public respond to bus fare cut.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:00:27 GMT
Labour MP is asked about the lowering of the bus fare cap, after Starmer increased it in 2025.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT
Will planned house-sale reforms improve the system in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:52:08 GMT
President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of Canadian goods in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US products.
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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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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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