SOLICITORS firm Dixons has been awarded a prestigious Legal Aid franchise.

The company, which has branches in Northwich and Winsford, successfully applied for the title which is given to firms offering an especially good service to clients seeking Legal Aid.

The franchise has been awarded for the firm's work in criminal, family and personal injury law.

"This is a result of hard work and we're very pleased to be able to offer this service," said partner Trevor Caldecott.

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