Press Release

Raising the Bar

2 November 2004

The Legal Services Commission is pleased to announce that York Chambers has become the 100th firm of barristers to obtain a quality mark for its services.

The Quality Mark for the Bar provides assurance to clients seeking legal advice. It means that the holders provide excellent service and have a commitment to client care.

Visiting York Chambers today, Clare Dodgson Chief Executive of the LSC said, "I hope that the 100th Quality Mark for the Bar award stimulates further interest in chambers to apply for the quality standard and that this award becomes recognised by all chambers and their clients, as a commendable recognition of quality of service.

"The Legal Services Commission continues to receive new applications for the standard every month and we look forward to celebrating the award of the 200th Quality Mark for the Bar."

Media Information:

Dan Kellingley, 020 7759 0415
Richard Shand, 020 7759 0491
Gary Spink, 020 7759 0493 or 07843 643052

Notes to editors:

1. The Quality Mark was launched in September 2002 after consultation with the Bar Council, the Department for Constitutional Affairs, The Crown Prosecution Service and others.

2. The Quality Mark can be obtained by any Chambers that meet the required standard regardless of whether they carry out publicly-funded work.

3. The main Chambers address is York but they have a small office in Newcastle.

Last updated: 28 December 2006