SRA to set up in Birmingham
The Solicitors Regulation Authority's (SRA) decision to relocate 600 staff to Birmingham has been welcomed by the leader of Birmingham City Council. Mike Whitby said the move strengthens Birmingham’s reputation as "a natural location for the sector".
The SRA, which is responsible for the regulation of solicitors and practices across England and Wales, announced the relocation of staff across England and Wales as it sets up its headquarters in Birmingham.
Employees in the authority's two West Midalnds bases - in Ipsley Court, Redditch, and Victoria Court, Leamington Spa - will be relocated to the city.
Whitby said: "Birmingham’s legal and professional services sectors are strong drivers of growth in the city and their development is a key part of our strategy to attract investment. The decision to relocate 600 staff to Birmingham city centre, despite some stiff competition, reflects the strength of our offer. Our talent pool and skills, location and continuing investment in infrastructure and transport were all deciding factors that have helped to bring these jobs to Birmingham.
"This move, when considered alongside other major regulatory bodies in the city such as the Legal Ombudsman, the Office of the Public Guardian and Gambling Commission further confirms the talent, specialist knowledge and expertise of Birmingham’s legal and professional community. We will be building on this strong foundation to attract further investment and build Birmingham’s reputation as a natural location for the sector."
According to reports, the SRA has shown interest in setting up in sites across the city including 2 Colmore Square and The Cube.
