Law firm backs Bradford 2025 programme

A law firm has become the latest corporate partner supporting Bradford's UK City of Culture 2025 programme.

Schofield Sweeney, which employs 170 staff across its Bradford, Leeds and Huddersfield offices, has provided legal expertise to Bradford 2025 since 2020 and will continue its support throughout the year. 

The firm, which joins a growing network of corporate sponsors, including Morrisons, Yorkshire Building Society and PwC, has also donated office space to the Bradford 2025 team at Church Bank House, creating a second hub for the expanding team in addition to its UK City of Culture headquarters at City Park.

Alongside legal and operational support, Schofield Sweeney staff will also volunteer as part of a network of 3500 ambassadors helping deliver more than 1000 cultural events across the district. 

Graham Sweeney, managing partner at Schofield Sweeney, said: “Bradford 2025 is a pivotal moment for Bradford. 

“It has already ignited a spark, accelerating investment and regeneration projects that otherwise may not have been possible. 

“Culture adds vibrancy to the economy as a whole, and it's important for us to play our part in building confidence in Bradford from inside and outside of the district.”

Daniel Bates, executive director of Bradford 2025, added: “Schofield Sweeney has been fantastic in their support, not only through expert legal advice but welcoming our team into their building – a true reflection of the district’s community spirit, which also shines through its corporate sector. 

“This year is about creating more prospects for people in Bradford, young people in particular. 

“As our cultural sector grows – so too do opportunities in other industries that will support this growth including legal, admin, IT support and financial services. 

“We welcome the firm to our growing alliance of business champions - another brilliant, home-grown organisation that further cements Bradford’s reputation as one of the best places to do business in the UK.”

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