Leeds barristers' set reveals six-figure refurbishment plans for city centre chambers

A Leeds barristers’ set has announced new six-figure refurbishment plans for its city centre premises.

Parklane Plowden Chambers (PLP) has revealed plans to refurbish its 11,000 sq ft premises on Westgate in Leeds city centre.

The company is investing six figures into the project, which will see a complete reorganisation of the chambers’ internal space to support flexible working patterns and an increasing number of remote hearings.

There will also be an external face lift for the building’s entrance, with works expected to be completed by the end of the year.

The new workspace has been designed by Bowman Riley Architects and is being fitted-out by Hurst Stores & Interiors.

James Murphy, PLP head of chambers, commented: “Our goal is to further enhance our reputation as an excellent, vibrant and progressive chambers alive to the needs of its clients and colleagues.

“It is our shared purpose to make a positive difference in all we do through expert advice and advocacy, excellent client care, and by being the place were talented people want to work.

“That is why we are investing to create an excellent new working environment to meet the evolving needs of our colleagues and clients.

“It’s a very exciting project and we are looking forward to moving into our newly-refurbished premises later this year.”