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Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:49:38 GMT
The 233-year old chain will be become TGJones but the brand will continue at airports and rail stations.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:32:00 GMT
Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tax on exports.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:28:40 GMT
Investors sold off shares of carmakers in Japan, Germany and the UK, but US brands are also set to be hit.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:24:04 GMT
The chancellor is on track to meet her own fiscal rules, so why is there talk of tax rises in the autumn?
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:41:11 GMT
The chancellor has given an update on her plans for the economy - how are ordinary people tackling their own financial challenges?
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:02:06 GMT
Start-up social media firms are looking to capitalise on dissatisfaction with the social media giants.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:22:58 GMT
Shenzhen-based Tencent, which owns the popular messaging app WeChat, will hold about a quarter of a new subsidiary.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:27:47 GMT
The company announces a consultation that could see the closure of two blast furnaces at Scunthorpe.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 18:06:26 GMT
The UK is in "intense negotiations" with the US over tariff plans, the prime minister says.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:44:05 GMT
The planned cuts represent 7% of Sky's total workforce and would mean the closure of three sites.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:00:56 GMT
After years of growth, the music streaming market is levelling off, so what will labels do next?
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:44:02 GMT
Some fear the move could mean less work for models, photographers and make-up artists.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:51:27 GMT
Global uncertainty over Trump's tariffs could derail the chancellor's plans, economists warn.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:08:47 GMT
Trump also said he is willing to extend a 5 April deadline for a non-Chinese buyer of the platform to be found.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:27:25 GMT
The consumer group says many chocolate treats have shot up in price while several have been hit by "shrinkflation".
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:22:45 GMT
The UK's economic prospects are better than expected, but the forecasts are precarious and could easily be derailed.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:55:23 GMT
While the Spring Statement focuses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:09:08 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled her plans for the UK economy in the House of Commons.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:19:52 GMT
The agreed settlement comes almost two years after the Reform UK leader had his bank account with Coutts closed.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:15:45 GMT
Planning reforms could result in 1.3 million new homes by the end of the decade, watchdog says.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:00:47 GMT
Inflation fell to 2.8% in February, driven by cheaper women's clothing.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:41:11 GMT
The chancellor has given an update on her plans for the economy - how are ordinary people tackling their own financial challenges?
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:42:57 GMT
Multiple users said they had problems after the DNA-testing firm filed for bankruptcy protection.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:26:31 GMT
Maeve Bradley took action against Citibank after it promoted the person who covered her maternity leave.
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:43:52 GMT
CMA concerned that Ticketmaster may have breached consumer protection law for Oasis reunion tour.
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:02:01 GMT
The Glenshire Group altered old timesheets and stopped petrol money, a grievance seen exclusively by the BBC claims.
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:32:40 GMT
The delay comes after developers warned the tax could hamper the government's housebuilding plans.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:13:58 GMT
Vietnam's Prime Minister has said he would "golf all day long" with the US president if it benefits his country.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:06:53 GMT
Shares in technology firms have both fallen and risen sharply over the past year.
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:53:55 GMT
Bitcoin miners will go to remote locations to take advantage of cheap electricity.
Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:05:50 GMT
The dispute centres on whether it is acceptable to age and bottle the spirit overseas.
Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:24:08 GMT
Questions have been raised over what caused the outage and why back-up systems failed?
Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:02:48 GMT
Robo-taxi services and driverless trucks are gaining ground but progress is painstaking.
Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:51:08 GMT
The chatbot has become an "unfiltered and unhinged" digital sensation in India.
Tue, 18 Mar 2025 01:27:38 GMT
Ways are being developed for subsea cables to "sense" whether they are being disturbed or attacked.
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 22:27:16 GMT
Could this be a chance for the world’s fifth-largest economy to shed protectionism and open up further?
Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:02:47 GMT
Canadian firms say there is a need for more homegrown production after tariffs imposed by the US sparked a trade war.
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:01:41 GMT
Car sharing has not taken off, but will electric cars boost its appeal?
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:04:03 GMT
The price of China-made smartphones, TVs and laptops could rise in the US and elsewhere, experts warn.
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:08:15 GMT
A new wave of AI has spurred some to think more carefully about their online presence.
Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:44:28 GMT
The controversial cafe chain is expanding outside London but locals often have mixed feelings.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:02:38 GMT
Why credit card providers are opening lavish customer lounges in airports and cities.
Sun, 23 Mar 2025 19:47:35 GMT
The former banker may not have been elected to office before, but is now seeking a mandate from Canadians.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:03:31 GMT
Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato.
Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:01:51 GMT
From handheld to space-based, new methane detectors are making it easier to track the greenhouse gas.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:38:35 GMT
Bridgette Baker, 24, loves farming in south Somerset but says the industry faces some challenges.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:18:27 GMT
Bedford Credit Union is running the events to help people cope with the cost-of-living crisis.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:17:23 GMT
The boss of Octopus Energy says regional pricing would make bills cheaper because of abundant renewables in Scotland.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:17:08 GMT
A beloved café in St Johns is closing its doors for good on Saturday, 29 March, due to increased rent and energy bills.
Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:13 GMT
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
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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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