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View from the Rostrum: Alastair Sneddon - "After coming to Monday market at Bakewell each week for 47 years, I have no intention of stopping"

Alastair Sneddon on years of experience - Alastair is a consultant at Bagshaws LLP. Call 01629 812 777, or email [email protected]

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View from the Rostrum: Alastair Sneddon - "After coming to Monday market at Bakewell each week for 47 years, I have no intention of stopping"

I have been asked to write a few words to mark the fact that I am stepping back from my role as managing partner and becoming a consultant on three days per week. It feels a bit like a premature obituary,...

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