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Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:12:58 GMT
Wise says it is working with the Brussels prosecutor's office but that "no specific findings have been shared with us to date".
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:42:12 GMT
The scheme would allow airlines to share information on disruptive passengers and potentially restrict their access to flights.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:57 GMT
Nine banks have been offered access to GPT 5.5 Cyber, as fierce rival Anthropic has blocked previews of its tool.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:29:03 GMT
The industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:47:11 GMT
US investment firm Castlelake is considering making an offer for the budget airline.
Sun, 31 May 2026 23:19:32 GMT
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.
Sun, 31 May 2026 23:16:27 GMT
The debate about about what seems like a bizarre idea of having a cold pint after exploring the store's well known middle aisle.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:14:13 GMT
The technology giant's boss Jensen Huang called the move the "reinvention of the computer".
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:24:47 GMT
A mother still speaks about her son who died in the crash in the present tense and a brother waits for answers.
Sun, 31 May 2026 23:32:04 GMT
China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years comes amid an ambitious pivot towards green energy.
Sat, 30 May 2026 22:23:32 GMT
The brand's first EV has been heavily criticised, with some saying it has abandoned Ferrari's roots.
Sat, 30 May 2026 01:26:52 GMT
Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, Parklife and Download have surged in price.
Sat, 30 May 2026 23:02:37 GMT
How bad is the signal on our trains? We spoke to commuters to find out.
Sat, 30 May 2026 08:56:05 GMT
Wizz Air CEO Yvonne Moynihan also advises passengers to carry portable chargers and water due to lengthy queues.
Sat, 30 May 2026 00:50:21 GMT
Could personalised early intervention help prevent under-16s falling into the Neet trap?
Sat, 30 May 2026 21:30:41 GMT
Marc Bolland will advise on getting young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".
Fri, 29 May 2026 15:51:39 GMT
Royal Mail says its service is improving and that it is on track to hit the regulator Ofcom's reduced targets
Fri, 29 May 2026 19:29:12 GMT
The music giant said Pershing Square's offer fundamentally undervalued the business.
Fri, 29 May 2026 10:55:45 GMT
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be halved to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.
Thu, 28 May 2026 15:09:57 GMT
A report warns the number of 16 to 24-year-olds out of work, education or training is set to rise to 1.25 million by 2031.
Thu, 28 May 2026 15:56:03 GMT
The BBC has been hearing from young people who are struggling to find work about how they are tackling the challenge.
Thu, 28 May 2026 18:24:15 GMT
Federal law bars printing images of living people on US currency, but Trump allies in Congress are moving to make an exception.
Thu, 28 May 2026 23:29:46 GMT
Sales of the fruity liqueur popular with Canadian students had plummetted north of the border as provinces retaliated against Trump tariffs.
Fri, 29 May 2026 02:59:49 GMT
Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, who founded Blue Origin, said it was a "very rough day".
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
Thu, 28 May 2026 16:25:24 GMT
The outdoor apparel firm says the performer broke an agreement not to use its branding in merchandise.
Thu, 28 May 2026 18:28:42 GMT
Attorney General Rob Bonta alleges the company lied about the breach's severity.
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.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:18:57 GMT
One director, who has just bought 2,000 panels, hopes to safeguard the company's future bills.
Thu, 14 May 2026 23:03:16 GMT
It can take a decade to bring a new orchid to market, so breeders keep their hi-tech processes secret.
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:01:07 GMT
The biggest tech firms are set to sell millions of smart glasses despite growing privacy concerns.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:31:52 GMT
Motoring group RAC warns pump prices could keep rising if there is no resolution to the Iran war.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:13:18 GMT
Home care workers must be paid for their mileage and travel time, a Sheffield-based carer says.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:09:40 GMT
The children's commissioner says child poverty in Jersey "is a big red flag" for the community.
Fri, 29 May 2026 11:05:28 GMT
Both suppliers have said the increase is due to higher global energy and gas prices.
Fri, 29 May 2026 10:55:45 GMT
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be halved to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:02:48 GMT
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:30:45 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
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:41:16 GMT
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:01:51 GMT
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
Wed, 27 May 2026 13:14:50 GMT
Household energy prices will rise by 13% a year in July, as soaring wholesale costs caused by the US-Israel war with Iran hit bills for the first time.
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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.
Mark Biddle. General Counsel, Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited.
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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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