Langley’s partner Peter Horner qualifies as a notary public (From York Press)

Langley’s partner Peter Horner qualifies as a notary public

9:28am Tuesday 9th February 2010 in

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PETER Horner, a partner in the real estate unit of Langley’s Solicitors of York has qualified as a notary public – the oldest branch of the legal profession.

Notaries are a separate, independent, legal profession, under the authority of the Archbishop of Canterbury.

They provide important services to businesses and individuals, dealing with both public and private documents for use in international matters including trade, business and litigation.

There are only 900 notaries operating in England and Wales.