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Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:03:50 GMT
Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow - Google's quantum computer.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:55:12 GMT
Both major retailers report strong food sales, but M&S says sales of clothing and homeware fell.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:14 GMT
It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:40 GMT
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:48:54 GMT
Firms implementing the new employment terms are expected to face lower additional costs after the legislation was watered down.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 02:15:51 GMT
The president also called on defence firms to increase production or face a crackdown on payouts.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:38:36 GMT
Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:01:52 GMT
It said analysts discovered the images on a dark-web forum, by users who claimed to have used Grok
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:31:48 GMT
Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:12:54 GMT
Young drivers have spoken to the BBC about how the proposed changes could affect them.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:41:20 GMT
Some Labour MPs are optimistic there could be further relief to protect the hospitality industry.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:35:04 GMT
Proposed changes by the government may also include lower drink-driving limits for novice motorists.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:20:10 GMT
The Warner Bros board said it remained unanimous in recommending the deal with Netflix instead.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:01:52 GMT
Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:12:06 GMT
Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:10:24 GMT
Earlier the president said US oil firms could be "up and running" in the country within 18 months.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:56:44 GMT
The European boss of the tech firm said it had been awarded £500m of government contract extentions.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:43:47 GMT
The food giant discovered some batches of SMA infant and follow-on formula could lead to vomiting
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:15:07 GMT
Festive trading at the retailer beat expectations, but rising unemployment is expected to weigh on demand this year.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:48:31 GMT
The SMMT warned of a growing gap between consumer demand and the government's ambitions for EVs.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:59:02 GMT
The firms' owner said "alarming" low Christmas trading left both in a "vulnerable" position
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:26:38 GMT
The firm plans to deploy the technology at the same plant that was involved in a huge immigration raid in 2025.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:44:35 GMT
The account placed a $32,000 wager just before Trump announced the Venezuelan leader was in US custody.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:30:23 GMT
The chip giant is looking for ways to move the AI revolution beyond software and into physical products.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:03:10 GMT
The move is part of the government's new road safety strategy, which plans to reform driving laws in Britain.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:06:01 GMT
Millions of people have returned to the iconic online game to farm, go on quests and fight big bosses.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:43:50 GMT
Elon Musk's social media platform has warned users not to use Grok to generate illegal content.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:37:07 GMT
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:53:13 GMT
Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:04:25 GMT
The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:04:45 GMT
Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:05:38 GMT
The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:07:27 GMT
Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:37 GMT
Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:18:10 GMT
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:06:44 GMT
Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.
Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:25:15 GMT
Paying parents directly for some childcare costs gives "flexibility", says a Jersey minister.
Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:38:36 GMT
Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:40:05 GMT
The PM says Labour needs to contrast its "renewal" of the country with Reform's "grievance and division".
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:27:02 GMT
This Warm Welcome venue is one of more than 80 across Surrey which are open over the coming months.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:06:31 GMT
Alan Thompson and Jane Innes were childhood friends and reunited at a community hub in Lincoln.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:14:47 GMT
Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:03 GMT
Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:03:37 GMT
Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:58:17 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:26:40 GMT
Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:30:00 GMT
How did live music evolve into a billion-dollar business for global stars?
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:22:13 GMT
The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:06:55 GMT
The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75% - the lowest level since February 2023.
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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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