Employers and various governments have known for some time that the UK needs to improve when it comes to having a more diverse workforce. Paul McFarlance comments in an article for Safety Management magazine.

We’re incredibly proud to recognise that 22 people from the team at Capsticks have reached significant long-service milestones with us since last September. Capsticks would not be the firm it is without their hard work, kindness and dedication.

It’s really important to celebrate success. Congratulations to our nine new trainees who started their training contracts on 1 September after a lot of hard work and dedication.

Capsticks has launched a refreshed strategy and set of values defining the firm’s purpose and vision from now until 2025. The overall aim is to be “the firm of choice for those who work to make a difference”. Read more in our press release.

We are very sorry to have to announce the sad loss of John Witt at the weekend.

Capsticks has advised Tonic Housing on the acquisition of 19 shared ownership apartments, which are to be developed into the first LGBT+ affirmative affordable residential community in the UK that is aimed at retired people.

Capsticks has advised Northampton General Hospital (NGH) on the development of its new front entrance and retail facilities. Read more in our press release.

Capsticks has significantly expanded both its client base and team in the North West this year, having achieved a number of key framework appointments and strategic hires on Legal Director and Solicitor level.

In an article for HSJ, Matthew Hunter highlights the key considerations around procurement and construction, estates and service change, and consultation, drawing on lessons from the current New Hospital Programme projects

A recent Inside Housing roundtable, in association with Capsticks, looked at the role the housing sector can play in increasing delivery and building strong communities. Chimi Shakohoxha and Suzanne Smith are quoted in a follow-up article.

Capsticks has been announced as a preferred supplier for Your Housing Group’s legal services framework, which became available in May 2021 and will remain in place for four years.

Capsticks is delighted to be appointed as a panel member by NHS Providers. The panel, delivering both legal advice and consultancy services, is available to all member trusts from April 2021 and will remain in place for at least one year.