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Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:27:39 GMT
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:12:27 GMT
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:08:42 GMT
The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:06:42 GMT
Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:14:49 GMT
Several thousands of Vinted users say they have been wrongly suspended or permanently banned from the preloved app.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:25:21 GMT
The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:14:46 GMT
According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:07:49 GMT
The US chain said it received a $994 million pre-tax reimbursement, which resulted in its second quarter operating income rising to $2.6bn.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:19:12 GMT
The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:04:16 GMT
The digital bank said all of its services were now "back up and running"
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:04:53 GMT
Nine in 10 mobile wallet users have their debit card loaded as their default payment method, new data shows.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:20:08 GMT
Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:09:24 GMT
It is part of an investment of almost £100m as Harland & Wolff's Spanish owners prepare it for a major defence contract.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:47:31 GMT
The US president says the two sides are finalising documents to avert import taxes targeting a range of Canadian goods.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:19:30 GMT
Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:11:07 GMT
Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states started.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:23:31 GMT
The pub chain says the decision follows complaints about "other people's videos and amplified phone conversations".
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:17:33 GMT
It is also adding more premium seats, with the changes aimed at improving the travel experience and boosting revenue.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:52:26 GMT
Small firms cite labour and operating costs as reasons for scaling back hiring, the UK's statistics body says.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:27:47 GMT
Negotiators want a deal to avoid fresh US tariffs - though Canadians are not in the mood to offer many concessions.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:18:39 GMT
An increased demand in wool has meant prices have increased more than 70% in the last year.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:52:24 GMT
As we hit peak holiday season, the BBC looks at the dos and don'ts of composing a good out-of-office message.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:39:36 GMT
The network accuses the administration of retaliating against ABC because it "disapproves of what ABC broadcasts".
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:26:41 GMT
A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:33 GMT
US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:56:34 GMT
The state-owned yard on the Clyde will lose 70 of its 283 staff through a voluntary redundancy process as it awaits confirmation of promised new orders.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:11:30 GMT
The change, which has been welcomed by campaign groups, will come into effect in England from April.
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:20:19 GMT
There's a constant battle in ice cream to come up with new flavours and to keep costs down.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:47 GMT
Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:03:52 GMT
Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:32:10 GMT
Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:10:15 GMT
The company was more than just a employer. For years, it was part of the fabric of Nottingham.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:04:40 GMT
The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:03:48 GMT
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:27:39 GMT
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:08:42 GMT
The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:58:24 GMT
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:44:06 GMT
The States says the school uniform policy should be "a welcome relief" for families' budgets.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:24:01 GMT
UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.
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
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:27:55 GMT
Parents have told BBC Panorama the agency tasked with helping to secure financial support for children after separation or divorce is driving them to breaking point.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Amid economic uncertainty, workers are more cautious about taking their next career step
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:59:53 GMT
BBC journalist Ana Guerra-Moore looks at why investors who backed Wondermind Global are claiming the pop star failed to fulfil promises.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:30:00 GMT
Guinness owner Diageo launches a reset after profits fall and shares slide
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Are we entering the Chinese Century, or is the Chinese Dream already fading for some?
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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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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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