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On Saturday 16th September, St. Michael’s Church hosted their annual Brantham Teddy Bear Parachute Challenge to great success. Friends of the Parish and surrounding schools were invited to design and manufacture parachutes for their brave teddy bears to take flight from St. Michael’s tower. There was an array of soft cuddly friends taking on the descent in excellently engineered parachutes of all shapes and sizes. As teddies lined up to take the first jump, weather conditions were not ideal for a parachute. Although a glorious, warm, sunny day, the air was very still and many were hoping for a light breeze to lift their parachuting bears to success. However in the final minutes of the event, audiences watched in heightened anticipation as winds picked up and magnificently carried Baldric the Badger out of the grounds and across the surrounding fields. Once finally landed, Baldric had been airborne for an impressive two minutes and nineteen seconds. The closest parachuting bear, Lily, managed 49.96 seconds, followed by Fiddler, with 45.07 seconds. As well as parachuting bears, the event had other stalls involved including a raffle, bake sale and parachute manufacturing shop. In total the event raised £850 towards St Michael’s Church. As
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We are delighted to share that TSP have been shortlisted for the Learning & Development Initiative award at the upcoming LawNet awards. TSP has a long-standing commitment to personal development, mentoring and training for everyone within the firm. Our people are our most valuable assets, therefore investing in their growth is one of our core values. Significant thought and time goes into creating strategies, mentoring programs, workshops and personal coaching sessions to equip our team with the skills and knowledge they need to go on to be successful in their chosen fields. Commenting on the finalist announcement, Sean Stuttaford, COO of TSP said: “We are very proud to be recognised as finalists for our Learning and Development program. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team at TSP. Well done to all involved.” The winner of this prestigious award will be announced at the LawNet conference and awards evening on Friday 10 November.
We are delighted to share the fantastic news that our remarkable trainee, Anisa, has been shortlisted for the Trainee of the Year award at the Annual LawNet Awards. Anisa has thoroughly impressed during her time at TSP. Joining us in 2021, Anisa has demonstrated diligence and initiative whilst handling complex client matters and she regularly receives glowing testimonials from both her colleagues and her clients. Above her clear dedication to client service and her excellent legal knowledge, she also works collaboratively with the team, participates in all aspects of the business and embodies our firm’s core values around charity and community outreach. Anisa paints a vivid portrait of a trainee solicitor that is poised for greatness. Commenting on Anisa’s shortlist news, Sean Stuttaford, COO of TSP said: “We are very proud to see Anisa Khan shortlisted for Trainee of the Year. I have had the distinct privilege of overseeing and witnessing the growth of many excellent trainee solicitors at TSP over the past 20 years. Rarely, however, have I encountered a trainee as exceptional as Anisa Khan. She is, without doubt, a rising star and a cherished member of our firm”. The LawNet Award ceremony takes place on Friday 10
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In his latest article, Richard Broadhead talks about what you need to consider when buying a new build property. Buying a new build property can be an exciting venture, offering modern designs, energy efficiency, and the opportunity to be the first owner. However, purchasing a new build comes with its own set of considerations and unique aspects that buyers should be aware of. From understanding warranties and contracts to navigating snagging issues and managing completion dates, being well-informed is crucial. Researching the Developer Before committing to a new build property, it is essential to research the developer and their track record. Look into their reputation, previous projects, and customer reviews. Establishing the developer’s credibility and understanding their commitment to quality construction and customer satisfaction can provide reassurance about the reliability of the project. Comprehensive Inspection and Snagging While new build properties are expected to be in pristine condition, it is important to note that most developer’s contracts do not allow you to delay completion on the basis that minor works are still outstanding such as turfing, carpets etc. For this reason, it is important to conduct a thorough inspection as quickly as possible after completion and there are specialist companies
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Following rigorous audit, Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) Solicitors is proud to announce its successful accreditation with the ISO9001 Law Net Quality Standard (LQS) a bespoke ISO 9001 standard written specifically for law firms. ISO 9001 is the internationally recognised standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS) and is the most widely used QMS standard in the world. The Law Net Quality Standard encompasses all the requirements of ISO 9001 as well as Lexcel (the Law Society Quality Management Standard that the firm has held since 2006) whilst also taking account of the SRA Standards and Regulations. Accreditation to this standard is a requirement of the firm’s membership of LawNet and includes regular independent evaluation, providing in-depth analysis of performance and recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure customers receive the best possible service. The aim of ISO 9001 is to help organisations, such as ours, meet the needs of our clients and other stakeholders more effectively by building a quality framework to ensure consistent quality in providing our services to our clients. Sean Stuttaford, Chief Operating Officer at TSP commented “A big thank you to all of our staff for their efforts in ensuring TSP secured this accreditation with an
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