HAMPSHIRE law firm Moore & Blatch has become one of the few law firms in the South to achieve the nationally recognised Investors in People award.

It demonstrates the firm's commitment to staff and achieving best practice in the business.

Human resources director Chris Chalk said: "We firmly believe our staff are our greatest asset and that it is in the firm's interests to provide the support and facilities to bring out their potential.

"By implementing the best possible policies and practices we will receive the best in return."

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