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Manchester-based PHMG’s investment in people

Sam Whitear

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07/05/2021

Manchester-based PHMG’s investment in people

World-leading audio branding agency PHMG is investing in its growth – opening new office space in Manchester and Leeds, and creating hundreds of opportunities for talented new staff.

Based in Old Trafford since 2002, the company’s Manchester HQ overlooks two world-renowned stadiums located at heart of the area’s exciting regeneration. They already occupy four different floors of Oakland House, and have now moved into the 6th floor of the building too. This expansion has added 11,000 square feet dedicated to the Creative and North American Client Care teams – representing a huge investment in our product and service.

This space has been designed with its people in mind. Featuring calming colours, lush greenery and collaborative breakout areas, it’s welcoming in every way – perfect for staff to return to after so much time working from home.

Global Creative Director Tom Heaton explains the design aesthetic: “With the design, we’ve developed an environment that’s supportive to work, but really feels like home. Natural tones, features and materials give a relaxing sense of openness, and we’ve considered every detail to create a space that’s vibrant, inspiring and inviting. This is a bold new direction for our interior design, and it’s a seed that’s set to blossom across every one of our offices.”

A little further from home, PHMG’s expansion has crossed the Pennines too. Following in the prestigious footsteps of Channel Four, they’ve opened a new satellite Sales office at Number One Leeds. This waterfront location boasts excellent transport links and access to the vibrant city centre – and the company will share the space with the likes of Sky and the Yorkshire Post.

Both of these additions give PHMG the room they need to grow. The company continues to expand by welcoming new clients across North America, opening up exciting opportunities within every division. Over the next 18 months, 200 new roles are set to be created – 50 in Leeds, and 150 in Manchester.

As CEO Grant Reed points out, it’s a very important time for the business: “PHMG is well and truly in growth mode. We’re investing in our staff, our office space and the exemplary service we deliver to our clients – which is setting us up for a strong future.”

Established more than 20 years ago in 1998, PHMG has grown to become a global industry leader – creating inspiring audio productions for 36,000 clients across every industry sector.

BRUNTWOOD WORKS’ £2.7M REDEVELOPMENT TRANSFORMS FAULKNER HOUSE

Property

Sam Whitear

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07/05/2021

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BRUNTWOOD WORKS’ £2.7M REDEVELOPMENT TRANSFORMS FAULKNER HOUSE

Amazing before and after following significant investment into transformation of Faulkner House
Building transformation enables IRIS Software Group to expand and create room for future growth, while introducing communal working and break-out spaces to drive collaboration

Bruntwood Works, a leading workspace and leisure provider, has completed its latest city centre transformation with the £2.7m redevelopment of Faulkner House on New York Street.

The project has completely transformed Faulkner House, creating a first-class arrival experience for Bruntwood Works’ customers and their visitors. The transformation features sophisticated lounge seating and a host point in reception, which sit adjacent to bespoke artwork created by Sheffield-based Peachzz – an artist whose work looks at nature and how it contrasts with the concreted structures of urban life.

The building’s interior incorporates materials such as bamboo to enhance the themes of nature and harmony, while a warm colour palette has been used to create a spa-like atmosphere and bring a sense of balance for those using the space.

This design extends throughout the stairwell and lift lobbies to help broaden the entrance experience and tie the building together, and Bruntwood Works has enhanced the amenity offer by introducing a suite of ground floor showers for those who run or cycle to work.

To complement the refurbishment of the communal areas, Bruntwood Works has also completed a refurbishment of the workspace across the ground to fourth floor on behalf of IRIS Software Group (IRIS), one of the UK’s largest private software companies serving accountancy practices, educational establishments, and HR and payroll teams.

IRIS has been a Bruntwood customer since 2014 and is now consolidating its Manchester operations into a single site by bringing its teams together and expanding its existing space at Faulkner House. The firm’s new workspace occupies more than 22,000 sq ft to accommodate future growth. It has also introduced collaborative workspaces, from lounge-style seating and break-out areas to standing desks that accommodate different styles of working, to help drive collaboration among its employees once they return to the office.

Josh Hancock, Head of Commercial at Bruntwood Works, said: “Faulkner House is in a fantastic location, right in the heart of the city centre, and this transformation has not only created a building with a first-class arrival experience, it provides IRIS with a collaborative workspace that will support the future growth of its team and enable the business to expand its operations.

“As we look ahead to the world returning to work post-lockdown, it’s really important that our workspaces are fit for the future and we’re thrilled to have been able to meet IRIS’ needs through this redevelopment. We are investing heavily in our property portfolio to refurbish our older buildings and introduce more flexibility for our customers so they can not only choose the spaces that will facilitate collaboration in a safe and secure way, but those that will better support a hybrid way of working so they can continue to attract and retain talent.”

Chris Smith, Chief Commercial Officer at IRIS Software Group said, “Manchester is one of our primary UK locations where we are continuously investing in the vibrant local community, so it’s crucial we have a stimulating, refreshing and safe environment. The new design, combined with our commercial expertise and unswerving focus to grow, places us in a perfect position to attract the region’s top talent and continue to be a great place to work.”

The external façade of Faulkner House has also been redesigned to complement the surrounding area and improve accessibility, complete with new disabled access and an entrance canopy that creates more presence. The façade has also been improved through the installation of new aluminium double glazed windows, which will significantly improve the thermal performance of the building.

Faulkner House provides businesses with high-quality, flexible workspaces that are within easy reach of public transport links in Manchester city centre. Customers also include St John Ambulance on the fifth floor and Giovanni’s Deli that operates one of the ground floor units, also benefit from an on-site customer service team, 24 hour access and secure on-site parking.

CubicWorks was the lead contractor on the project, with AXI the appointed architects.

TLT announces five partner promotions

Appointments

Sam Whitear

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07/05/2021

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TLT has announced the promotion of five lawyers to partner, effective 1 May 2021.
The newly appointed partners are financial services disputes lawyer Louise Chopra, litigation lawyer Emma Cork, real estate lawyer Sarah Hale, and technology & IP lawyers Juliet Mason and Ed Hayes.
TLT has also promoted 11 associates to legal director, including Manchester-based disputes lawyer Chantal Peters, corporate tax lawyer William Ngan and real estate lawyer Joseph Meredith. Seventeen lawyers have been promoted to associate.
Commenting on the firm’s commitment to supporting its people, partner and Manchester location head Graeme Orchison said:
“I am pleased that we can celebrate the success of a number of our talented colleagues across the firm following an unpredictable and unprecedented twelve months. It is particularly pleasing to note the gender split in these latest promotions which demonstrates our efforts to improve diversity amongst our partner group.
“We are an ambitious firm with exciting plans for our people and our clients, and investing in our people is a key part of delivering against those objectives and crucial to our future success in the region. These promotions recognise the contribution our people continue to make to the development of the firm in Manchester as we continue to find new ways to meet our clients’ evolving needs.”
“Chantal, William and Joseph’s promotions are testament to their hard work and efforts in very challenging times and are richly deserved. I congratulate them.”

Tech firm targets £5m turnover with new consultancy arm

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Tech

Sam Whitear

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07/05/2021

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Tech firm targets £5m turnover with new consultancy arm

Manchester-based tech company, Everything Tech, is planning to grow turnover to £5m in three years after launching a new consultancy arm to its business.

As well as being a traditional managed service provider (MSP), Everything Tech is also a specialist in implementing Microsoft Modern Workplace and is a multiple Microsoft Gold Partner, making them the preferred Microsoft supplier in the North West.
The company has invested around £200,000 in training its 30-strong staff in Microsoft Modern Workplace technologies.
The Microsoft Modern Workplace is a cloud-based solution for businesses using the suite of Office 365 technologies and productivity applications including Azure and Power Apps.
Everything Tech has seen a huge surge in demand for technology during the pandemic and has created a dedicated Microsoft Modern Workplace consultancy team.

Senior technician Thomas Gwyther is Everything Tech’s first Microsoft Modern Workplace consultant and the team is expected to grow to 10.

Managing director Ruth Hall projected the changes would result in turnover growing from £2m to £5m inside three years.

Hall said: “We’ve been working on these changes for two years, but the pandemic has accelerated the rate of change. As well being an MSP, all our staff are trained in Microsoft Modern Workplace and that really sets us apart. This is a planned strategic move and is the next phase of Everything Tech’s growth journey. It’s the most significant development in the history of the business.”

Last year the company moved into a 2,500 sq ft office in Hanover House, Charlotte Street, Manchester.

“Microsoft Modern Workplace is not about the tech but more about the solutions,” explained Hall. “It improves collaboration, productivity and the bottom line.

“At the start of the pandemic we were helping up to 500 home-based workers a week. Hundreds of thousands of staff were sent home and told to use Microsoft Teams but only a fraction of them have been taught how to use it properly.

“The potential is limitless. That’s why the Microsoft Modern Workplace is such a game-changer. One of the things we’ll be offering will be virtual masterclasses to clients to demonstrate the technology and its capabilities.”

Everything Tech is co-owned by Hall, sales and marketing director Lee Wrall and technical director Anthony Hautin.

Wrall said: “A phrase you hear a lot at the moment is ‘digital transformation’. Microsoft Modern Workplace is about building the technology around the needs of your business. For example, you might start off by saying you need technology to communicate and collaborate with your team. Then you might decide you need an ERP (enterprise resource management) system and CMS (content management system) that everyone can access from wherever they are. The Microsoft Modern Workplace helps people run their businesses better and more efficiently.”

Wrall added that the pandemic had changed the role of the traditional managed service provider (MSP).
“MSPs like Everything Tech have to be more than a ‘break-fix’ model,” he said. “We’re taking an holistic view of a company’s IT and implementing technology to allow them to work smarter.
“Our job is to explain, demonstrate and integrate applications like Outlook, Word, Excel, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams into your business.”

Price Slater Gawne announces newly qualified solicitor

Appointments

Sam Whitear

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07/05/2021

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Price Slater Gawne announces newly qualified solicitor

Price Slater Gawne solicitors are proud to announce that its most recent Trainee Solicitor, Michael James has successfully completed his training contract and was admitted to the Roll of Solicitors on 1st May 2021.

Michael joined the firm in June 2020, having completed the first 12 months of his training contract within the Personal Injury department of a well-known city centre law firm. As part of his training contract, Michael has also gained experience of Court of Protection and more recently in Medical Negligence; the area of law he wishes to pursue and specialise in.

Both during and prior to his training contract, Michael has developed a strong knowledge base and experience in cases involving negligence and disputes. He is well placed to assist clients who have been affected by Medical Negligence and who have in many cases sustained life-changing injuries.

Michael James, Solicitor at Price Slater Gawne commented:

“I am thrilled to have completed my training contract and be appointed as a Medical Negligence Solicitor at Price Slater Gawne. I look forward to continuing to assist our clients in progressing their Medical Negligence cases now and in the future.

Having been with the firm for a year, I have seen first-hand the exciting developments and career opportunities available and I am delighted to be progressing my career with the firm”.

Mark Slater, Director at Price Slater Gawne commented:

“We are both proud and delighted to appoint Michael James as a Solicitor within our Medical Negligence team. During the last year, Michael has demonstrated his passion for assisting client with their legal requirements whilst ensuring that they are able to access the rehabilitative support that they often require as a result of the injuries sustained. During his time with the firm, he has already achieved settlements for clients. We are confident that this is the start of a very promising career ahead in this strong and talented team of Medical Negligence lawyers.”
Notes to editors:

For any press enquiries, please contact Claire Atkinson, Marketing Manager on 0161 6155554 or by email to marketing@psg-law.co.uk

About Price Slater Gawne:

Price Slater Gawne is an Altrincham based law firm, operating throughout England and Wales.

Since being established, the firm has undergone significant growth, including the expansion of the areas of law practiced, to include Wills, Trusts and Probate, Court of Protection, Family Law, Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence

We work with clients in relation to personal matters including Wills, Trusts, Probate and the appointment of a Lasting Power of Attorney. Within this department, we also represent clients who lack mental capacity, where a Deputyship application is required. In complex cases, we are able to provide Professional Deputy services.

In addition to personal matters, we also provide legal support in relation to family matters, ranging from pre-nuptial agreements through to divorce and child maintenance. We understand that dealing with family matters can be an extremely stressful process for those involved, and we therefore ensure that our approach is centred around personal circumstances.

We can also assist clients who have been affected by Personal Injury and Criminal Injury. At Price Slater Gawne we are experienced in trauma. We understand how devastating life events can be for survivors and their families and therefore work closely with them to support them through the legal process.

The original foundation for the firm was based around Clinical Negligence and we are proud to have become one of the largest claimant clinical negligence solicitors in the North West.

Citysuites makes room for expansion with new website

Digital

Sam Whitear

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06/05/2021

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Citysuites makes room for expansion with new website

CitySuites has unveiled a new website that supports its future ambitions to expand the number of luxury short and long stay residences within the brand, beginning with the opening of a second exclusive aparthotel in Manchester City Centre in summer 2021.

As the hotel welcomes guests again, the website reveal indicates the positive future for the luxury five-star hospitality business, which is part of the Select Property Group based in Alderley Edge, Cheshire.

Developed by its digital agency partner Absurd, CitySuites’ new site features innovative technology and digital-first services. It has a bespoke contactless check-in process that eradicates the need for guests to go through the typical registration process on arrival, and enables them to just verify their identity on entry to the aparthotel based on the information already provided. There is also a new portal for guests to view their reservations, make changes ahead of their stay and that simplifies repeat booking.

As well as exploring the different types of accommodation offered across the two hotels, visitors can also discover more about Citysuites’ other facilities including the Embankment Kitchen restaurant, gym and pool.

Tara Homayounbod, Marketing Director “As well as evolving the site to include our new hotel, which will open this summer, we have added new features to further enhance the visitor experience. Users can explore our rooms and facilities through virtual tours, as well as learn more about our locations.

“Many service requirements for CitySuites differ from the more typical hotel needs, due to the specialist accommodation offered and lengths of stays, which we have built into the new user journey, booking process and site features. Absurd has done a fantastic job with the design, brand positioning and the functionality of the site. We’re just so glad to be reopening again and to build on our future plans.”

Oliver Bailey, co-founder of Absurd, adds: “The new design and features are baked in user insight and testing, and we’ve created a framework that will support CitySuites’ growth as they expand both in the UK and internationally. We’ve focused on the navigation and how ultimately users will be able to explore all aparthotels with ease.

“As a result of a platform upgrade and a headless CMS, the new site also benefits from a much faster load time and improved experience. By implementing a component based set up, content admins can create new pages with ease. This means Citysuites can operate with agility and be more reactive around campaigns and deals, and the platform facilitates ongoing communication with guests with more personalised marketing.”

CitySuites is located in Manchester City Centre and combines the comforts of home with the luxury touches of a hotel, providing an exceptional living experience that surpasses standard serviced apartment accommodation.

SEVEN BRO7HERS MEDIACITYUK TO OPENS ITS DOORS AND JOIN THE BREWERY’S BEER HOUSE PORTFOLIO

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Sam Whitear

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05/05/2021

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SEVEN BRO7HERS MEDIACITYUK TO OPENS ITS DOORS AND JOIN THE BREWERY’S BEER HOUSE PORTFOLIO

SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO will be opening its brand-new beer house in the heart of MediaCityUK – with the brothers pulling their first pint as indoor restrictions lift for hospitality this May.

Nestled between the BBC and popular hangout The Botanist, the bar will open its doors on MONDAY 17TH MAY serving a host of the brewery’s popular family of beers.

The bar will offer indoor seating as well as occupying several greenhouses from the summer’s ‘Box on the Docks’ experience for those looking to book in groups.

The bar will operate under covid-19 practises; staff will wear PPE, screens, a one-way system and social distancing will operate indoors. SEVEN BRO7HERS will also use an app for table service orders.

Punters can grab food and a pint from Monday to Sunday from 12 noon. A booking system will be put into place prior to the opening date: www.sevenbro7hers.com/media-city-beerhouse.

Keith McAvoy, CEO of SEVEN BRO7HERS, said: “We are so pleased to finally be launching our MediaCityUK space after months of waiting for covid restrictions to ease. MediaCityUK is a fantastic location, especially in the Summer, so we can’t wait to kick off and be part of the buzz.”

The brothers currently run two successful beer houses, Middlewood Locks and Ancoats, in Manchester and run a bar out of its Salford taproom.

Keith added: “We reopened our three sites when the restrictions first lifted in April, and we have been overwhelmed by the support from customers. It is fantastic after months of closures and restrictions to be back doing what we love – welcoming people into our family for a pint.”

Chris Reay, MediaCityUK’s Property Director added: “SEVEN BRO7THERS brings a vibrant addition to our growing independent scene. SEVEN BRO7THERs famous tap room is just a stone’s throw from MediaCityUK and we’re delighted to bring this family-run and unique offering right into the heart of MediaCityUK for workers, residents and visitors to enjoy.”

The brewery will also be launching its partnership bar in Manchester Airport’s new terminal two when it reopens as part of a lucrative 10-year deal.

Speaking about the brothers next beer house projects, Keith said: “Due to covid-19 our beer houses in Liverpool and Leeds have been delayed but we hope to see them open later this year, we can’t wait to launch but it has to be the right time for us and our customers.”

SEVEN BRO7HERS was founded in 2014 by McAvoy brothers, Guy, Keith, Luke, Daniel, Nathan, Kit, and Greg, inspired by their dad’s home-brewing in their cellar at home.

MC CONSTRUCTION COMPLETES £1.5M UPGRADE AT MASTER BUILDERS SOLUTIONS UK

Property

Sam Whitear

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05/05/2021

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MC CONSTRUCTION COMPLETES £1.5M UPGRADE AT MASTER BUILDERS SOLUTIONS UK

A £1.5m revamp of the headquarters of Master Builders Solutions UK to accommodate an expanding workforce has been completed.

Salford-based MC Construction was the main contractor for the project. Gardiner & Theobald was the project manager and provided design and cost services to Master Builders Solutions UK. The architect was Fletcher Rae.

Master Builders Solutions UK, which is based in Swinton, Greater Manchester, manufactures and distributes construction chemicals used in new-build, maintenance, repair and renovation schemes. Its products include concrete admixtures and solutions for underground construction, waterproofing, sealants, flooring and grouts.

The business, which also has operations in Redditch and Rochester, was part of BASF before it was sold to an affiliate of global private equity firm Lone Star in 2020.

Following the deal, space was required at Swinton for sales and administrative staff transferring from offices in Cheadle, as well as a number of new recruits.

To accommodate them, the site’s warehouse has been reconfigured.

MC Construction carried out demolition and strip-out works, installed foundations and then reconfigured the building to create a reception area, new offices on the ground floor and a new mezzanine floor, and to expand the company’s concrete admixture development laboratory to enable it to keep pace with growing demand. The lab is used for product development and customer trials.

External works carried out as part of the project included the installation of new charging points for electric cars. The scheme was completed in 26 weeks in a live working environment. A total of 40 staff are now based at the site.

David Lowe, managing director of MC Construction, which is celebrating its golden jubilee this year, said: “It has been a great pleasure to deliver this project for Master Builders Solutions UK.
“Reconfiguring the site warehouse to incorporate new modern open-plan offices within a live environment was logistically very challenging.

“Our ability to provide innovative solutions, as well as the collaboration between ourselves and the client team, proved key to the successful delivery of this scheme.

“We are very happy with the final product and I am grateful to our entire team for their hard work and expertise. We are looking forward to working with Master Builders Solutions UK further in the future.”

Geoff Birchall, head of operations at Master Builders Solutions UK, said: “With the requirement to create additional office space for existing staff and new recruits, we wanted to choose a local partner that we could trust, not only with the building aspect but also with ongoing support and maintenance.
“An extensive procurement process led us to MC Construction, whom we appointed based on their local expertise and quality. During the build, we were happy with how the project was planned and managed. The result is excellent and our employees are delighted with the new facilities.”

Deloitte Legal makes senior Manchester appointment

Appointments

Sam Whitear

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05/05/2021

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Deloitte Legal makes senior Manchester appointment

Deloitte Legal has today announced the appointment of Claire Bell as partner and head of the firm’s pensions law offering.

Building Deloitte’s national pensions law practice from Manchester, Claire will be responsible for combining Deloitte Legal’s legal advisory and legal business services expertise with the firm’s existing capabilities within the pensions space.

Advising clients in respect of pensions law for over 16 years, Claire joins Deloitte Legal from DLA Piper UK where she was a partner. Prior to this, Claire trained at Womble Bond Dickinson and worked at Eversheds. A fellow of the Pensions Management Institute and former chair of its North West group, Claire recently won Mentor of the Year at the Women in Pensions Awards 2020.

Since qualification, Claire has acted for a broad spectrum of clients in respect of pensions issues, including trustees of defined benefit pension schemes, employers sponsoring such schemes, public sector bodies, contracting authorities and contractors bidding for contracts. Claire has also acted for corporates carrying out transactions, restructuring their groups, or trying to reduce their pension liabilities.

Claire will work alongside Deloitte Legal’s corporate, M&A, outsourcing and employment lawyers while also integrating with its actuaries, consultants, administrators and investment consultants in providing an end-to-end solution for clients.

Deloitte’s growing Manchester practice is now made up of over 900 people. This includes recent addition of a new cyber team of 16, a new cohort of over 80 graduates and Brightstart apprentices, and expansion of the firm’s Consulting North team that is targeting a headcount growth of 60.

Commenting on the appointment, Chris Hardman, corporate partner and regional lead for Deloitte Legal, said: “Claire is a fantastic addition to our growing North West legal team and illustrates our commitment to investing in local talent to enhance our regional offering. Claire will be building out a team to supplement our existing corporate and commercial lawyers and we are very much looking forward to working with her. Combining her deep experience advising major regional corporates, public bodies and trustees across the full spectrum of pension law matters with our existing pensions advisory business is a compelling proposition.”

Claire Bell, partner and head of pensions law at Deloitte Legal, said: “The team at Deloitte Legal is expanding rapidly and it is fantastic to contribute to providing a full service offering to clients. Further, there is real value in Deloitte offering legal advice alongside pensions consultancy, actuarial, administration and investment advice. Not only does this improve efficiency, this is also a more collaborative approach that ultimately leads to cost savings and a better experience for our clients.”

The appointment follows Deloitte’s recent acquisitions of Kerr Henderson, a pension scheme administration and actuarial consultancy, and Kemp Little, a technology and digital law firm.

Mark McClintock, head of Deloitte’s UK pensions business, commented: “With Claire’s arrival we will now be able to provide a new legal dimension to our pensions clients.

“Whether providing general legal advice or interpreting pensions liabilities for a complex transaction, Claire’s concrete understanding of pensions law and experience across the public and private sectors will be tremendously valuable.”

Deloitte Legal now has more than 370 people in the UK, with 170 lawyers delivering technology-enabled legal solutions and legal advisory in areas such as employment, litigation, corporate, commercial, IP and technology, regulatory compliance and immigration. Globally, Deloitte Legal currently has c.2,500 professionals operating in more than 80 countries.

Blacks Solicitors scores a try with the sale of Red Hall House

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Sam Whitear

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05/05/2021

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Blacks Solicitors scores a try with the sale of Red Hall House

The Rugby Football League (RFL) has announced the sale of its head office, Red Hall House, near Roundhay Park in Leeds, after 26 years at the premises.

Red Hall House was purchased for over £1.65 million by Dr Faisal Arshad, Lead Surgeon at the Hair Dr Hair Transplant Clinic, in order to establish a private cosmetic surgery hospital.

On purchasing the premises, Dr Arshad commented: “The Hair Dr Clinic is expanding quickly and we have outgrown our current premises. The majestic Grade II Red Hall, close to the new East Leeds Orbital Route, is absolutely perfect and it is humbling to be moving into such a magnificent building with such an illustrious history.”

The Commercial Property team at Blacks Solicitors advised the RFL on the sale of its head office ahead of a relocation to Sport City at the Etihad Campus in Manchester. Blacks was chosen thanks to the longstanding relationship with the RFL, and the excellent service provided by the Commercial Property team.

Global property consultancy Knight Frank advised the RFL in relation to the disposal of the property.

The RFL is the national governing body for Rugby League in the UK. It is committed to developing and growing Rugby League at all levels. It administers a number of leagues including the England Rugby League teams, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions team, the Betfred Challenge Cup and Women’s Challenge Cup, and the Betfred Women’s Super League.

The RFL works in partnership with leagues, clubs and Rugby League Foundations to inspire and develop the next generation of young players and fans.

Tony Sutton, the RFL’s Chief Operating Officer,, commented: “This is a significant day for the RFL, after more than two and a half decades at Red Hall – which has been a distinctive headquarters for a National Governing Body since the RFL moved from Chapeltown Road in 1995.

“This move to the Etihad Campus will mark an exciting new era for the RFL, and we are grateful to Matthew and the Commercial Property team at Blacks Solicitors, Jonathan and his team at Knight Frank, and to Dr Faisal Arshad for a smooth and professional process.”

Led by Matthew Hutchinson, who was assisted by Claudia Willard, the team at Blacks provided the RFL with swift commercial property advice, enabling the exchange of the premises to take place within 72 hours of terms being agreed with the buyer.

Matthew Hutchinson, a Partner in the Commercial Property team at Blacks Solicitors, added: “We’re really pleased to have been able to support the RFL on the first stage of their relocation. The team worked hard to ensure the sale of Red Hall House ran smoothly and was able to complete promptly. We’re looking forward to seeing the new headquarters of the RFL and supporting them in the future.”

Jonathan Hyland, Partner at Knight Frank, said: “Knight Frank are absolutely delighted to have successfully marketed and sold Red Hall House on behalf of the Rugby Football League. Not surprisingly, there was a good deal of interest in this iconic building, but we believe the eventual purchaser, Dr Faisal Arshad, is best placed to breathe fresh life into Red Hall. His plans to transform the building into a pioneering private hospital are tremendously exciting and we wish him the very best of luck.”

Dr Arshad of the Hair Dr Clinic added: “I would also like to thank Jonathan Hyland of property consultancy Knight Frank, whose help in this significant transaction has been invaluable. Jonathan’s experience and expertise played a crucial part in enabling us to buy Red Hall. We are very grateful.”

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