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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:39:09 GMT
The government is looking at ways to make much-delayed London to Birmingham railway line cheaper to deliver.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:50:44 GMT
The health firm backed by actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Jonathan Ross is being bought by Danone for €1bn (£860m).
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:50:12 GMT
Energy prices fall and stock markets rebound after the US president says "very good and productive" talks have been held.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:23:52 GMT
A household with an average gross income of £55,000 has cut spending on leisure activities by £40 a week, offical figures suggest.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:23:00 GMT
Leo Radvinsky became a billionaire after investing in the site, known for its pornographic content.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:03:25 GMT
The European nation, struggling to find skilled staff, is giving jobs to young people from India.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:18:27 GMT
Moma Foods says a third-party facility found "a mouse contamination event" last autumn.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:02:52 GMT
Debt charity StepChange says there are clear differences between councils when chasing unpaid tax.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:03:48 GMT
Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:15:47 GMT
Rising oil prices caused by the war in the Gulf has caused an "overnight shock" to west country farmers.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:39:03 GMT
The concert was attended by an estimated 104,000 fans, much lower than the expected 260,000.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:04:45 GMT
The government wants Britons to embrace heat pumps. But will they ever make financial sense for the average user?
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:52:56 GMT
The boss of Centrica says it is "too early" to speculate but if oil costs continue to rise, homes will be hit.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:22:44 GMT
Cornwall Insight says the recent surge in energy prices due to the Iran war is set to push up household bills.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:05:03 GMT
People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:55:02 GMT
The interest rate on government debt is climbing over fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, experts have said.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:44:22 GMT
The finance firm has apologised for the disruption to its website and app, which has angered many customers.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:19:29 GMT
Critics fear the consolidation will add to strains facing local news and degrade coverage.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:08:53 GMT
As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:21:28 GMT
The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:29:05 GMT
Oil and gas prices have risen again after fresh strikes hit key infrastructure in the Middle East.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:44:09 GMT
Policymakers vote unanimously to hold rates at 3.75% after the Iran war prompts a reversal in the debate over borrowing costs.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:15:20 GMT
The treasury secretary says the move will quickly bring about 140m barrels of oil to global markets.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:26:14 GMT
They allegedly used fake papers and dummy gear as part of a plan to sell billions in tech to China.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:34:02 GMT
Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:06:53 GMT
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:46:39 GMT
The official minimum rates of pay will rise for 2.7 million workers in April 2026.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:56:15 GMT
Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:59:52 GMT
How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit?
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:09:01 GMT
Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge.
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:10:45 GMT
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:31 GMT
Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:06:14 GMT
The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:03:14 GMT
Cost and convenience have made disposable nappies dominant - can start-ups compete?
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:07:39 GMT
The US said easing sanctions on Russian oil would provide only a limited financial boost to Putin.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:58:28 GMT
The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:02:54 GMT
It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:21:01 GMT
Researchers take 8,000 soil samples from battlefields to see if it is safe to grow crops.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:49:39 GMT
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:01:38 GMT
GPS jamming has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:17:54 GMT
Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:05:51 GMT
Chocolates, bars, gummies and drinks promise to help you sleep, but is the science behind them sound?
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:04:26 GMT
Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:44:34 GMT
The Lottery funding for the Destination Ball Hill group will allow it to expand services for locals.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:23:52 GMT
A household with an average gross income of £55,000 has cut spending on leisure activities by £40 a week, offical figures suggest.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:15:47 GMT
Rising oil prices caused by the war in the Gulf has caused an "overnight shock" to west country farmers.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:39:46 GMT
A Guernsey Deputy says there is strong support for scrapping the island’s £5.6m aid spending.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:02:52 GMT
Debt charity StepChange says there are clear differences between councils when chasing unpaid tax.
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?
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:26:18 GMT
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
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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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