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2023 was a special year for Bower Bailey Solicitors as the firm celebrated 50 years of providing legal services to the local community .
The firm which was founded in 1973 , has grown substantially over the years and now has offices across Banbury , Swindon , Oxford and Witney . Bower Bailey has a total of 36 partners and 140 employees covering a whole range of legal services for both individuals and businesses . Reaching half a century hasn ’ t made the team complacent , with plans to continue growing and developing the business whilst maintaining the standards of service Bower Bailey is known for . January 2023 saw the appointment of Partner , James Cleveland to the Swindon branch . His role since joining has been to focus on developing new strategies for business operations . This has included several internal structural changes , a recruitment drive and a review of Bower
Bailey ’ s outreach to new clients and markets .
James Cleveland , Partner and Head of Office at Bower Bailey , Swindon , said , “ 2023 has been a great learning experience for me and I feel I have really grown into my new role in Swindon . I ’ ve been made to feel very welcome due to the friendly and positive environment . The business community is buoyant . I am very confident in the new prospects we have that will soon enter our establishment in 2024 . They embody our values and appetite to serve our clients . Also , in 2024 I intend to focus on networking and embracing my local connections to other individuals in law . I wish to face new challenges which will further my knowledge of law and assist my clients better .”
Reflecting on the year that was 2023 , Claire Speed Head of Litigation in Swindon , said , “ 2023 has been both a challenging and incredibly rewarding year . Despite the challenges faced with the economy and the recent introduction of fixed costs in civil litigation matters , I have been fortunate to have used the opportunity to grow the department , meaning I now work alongside some of the area ’ s well-known businesses and the wider community as a whole .
“ As a department we focus heavily on client care and providing a cost-effective litigation solution and this focus will continue into 2024 .”
Bower Bailey Solicitors has always taken pride in supporting local initiatives and getting behind local causes and this ethos will continue into the new year . Simon Smith , Founding Partner of the Swindon office , said , “ I am proud to be part of a firm that works with our community , and I ’ m delighted that once again in 2024 we are sponsoring both the Swindon Recital Series and the Swindon Youth Festival of Literature ( SYFL ). I am certainly looking forward to seeing the entries for the SYFL creative writing competition . “ 2023 has been a fantastic year for Bower Bailey with a celebratory feel throughout the year . Overall , I think it ’ s been a great year for the town in general . I particularly enjoyed the Big Dog Art Trail as it bought a great buzz to Swindon . I hope 2024 brings more of the same .”
Celebrating 50 years of providing legal services to our community .
Thank you to Wiltshire & Oxfordshire the community that has supported us for half a century .
Cambridge House , 4 College Court , Regent Circus ,
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Ridgeway Hospital prepares for year of change and celebration
The team at The Ridgeway Hospital in Wroughton are getting set for a busy year ahead with exciting plans and celebrations afoot . In 2024 the hospital will celebrate 40 years of providing independent healthcare to the local community , offering rapid access to diagnostic and treatment .
Part of the Circle Health Group , Ridgeway Hospital will see major investment in 2024 to meet the growing demand for its services . With increasing pressure on healthcare services , the demand for Ridgeway ’ s outpatient clinic continues to rise . To cater to this , a further ten rooms are to be added to the department . This will allow the hospital to continue to offer fast access to a consultation and diagnostics . The car park is also being extended generously to
“ Compassionate care and achieving the best patient outcomes are what drives our team ”
accommodate these patients , and a new atrium is to be added to the back of the building to provide a comfortable and welcoming space .
Kate Liddington , Executive Director , said , “ The Ridgeway Hospital has had a busy and exciting 2023 delivering health care service and planning future expansion . We have treated over 5,000 patients needing surgery , including joint replacements , spinal surgery , arthroscopy , hernia repair , and cataracts . We have also seen growth in our diagnostic imaging services , such as CT and MRI , with short waiting lists to enable patients to have a swift diagnosis and get back to daily activities as quickly as possible . “ The whole team are extremely excited to see in the New Year , this will not only bring more service development , but the hospital will also be celebrating its 40th birthday . We will take time to reflect on the changes we have seen and the part we have played in the local community and to the patients we serve . Compassionate care and achieving the best patient outcomes are what drives our team . Our new GP service will also be a great step forward in helping to get patients seen quicker when they have health concerns and acting on treatment plans as soon as possible where necessary .”
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