Cornwall

Cooper Parry advises on County Garage sale to Vospers

Cooper Parry has advised on the sale of County Garage (Barnstaple) Limited, a third-generation family dealership in North Devon, to South-West motor group, Vospers, for an undisclosed sum. County Garage, a multi-franchise dealership based in Barnstaple, is widely regarded as one of the “leading” dealerships in the region. The acquisition…

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Sedulo announces expansion in Birmingham with new regional base

Sedulo has announced its expansion in Birmingham with the upcoming opening of a new regional base at Bruntwood SciTech’s Cornwall Buildings.  The group’s new 5,000 sq ft base, which is expected to complete by summer 2025, will support the company’s growth and enable its hub to support up to 40…

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Today’s news in brief – 10/04/2025

Moore Global has named Nick Ong-Seng as chair of its ethics committee, marking his role as the first non-executive director to also serve on its Global Quality and Standards Board. Ong-Seng, currently global head of governance at Amazon, brings extensive financial leadership experience, including senior roles at Bear Stearns, J.P.…

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R T Marke & Co appoints Performance and Business Development manager

R T Marke and Co., part of Sumer Group, has appointed Terry Bridle as its Performance and Business Development manager. The firm said the move will bolster its service offerings for small to medium-sized businesses across Devon and Cornwall. Bridle brings nearly 30 years of experience in accountancy, with a…

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Today’s news in brief – 5/3/2025

Accountancy Europe and the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) have partnered to support their members and strengthen the profession. Their collaboration will focus on enhancing sustainability disclosures, embracing AI and technological advancements, and funding professional practices and networking. They also emphasize attracting diverse talent to equip future accountants with the…

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Begbies Traynor Group appoints new director to Exeter office

Begbies Traynor Group has appointed Michael Hall as director in its Exeter office to enhance and expand its insolvency, rescue and restructuring services for businesses across Devon and Cornwall. Hall brings more than two decades of experience as a financial services professional to the business recovery, financial advisory and property…

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PwC appoints market senior partner to Bristol practice

PwC has appointed Ben Pykett as the market senior partner for its Bristol practice, replacing Tom Ayerst, who will continue to lead the firm’s deals practice in the West of England. Pykett, who has been at PwC for nine years, leads the firm’s consulting practice in Wales and the West…

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PKF Francis Clark appoints two managers to corporate tax team

PKF Francis Clark has appointed two senior managers to its corporate tax team.Corporation tax specialist Paul Rattew has joined from Milsted Langdon, while corporate and real estate tax specialist Nick Crandon joins from BDO, where he spent the past eight years. Rattew brings “extensive” experience of helping owner-managed businesses and…

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Streets Accountants furthers its presence in the South West

Streets Chartered Accountants, a top 40 UK professional service firm, has announced the establishment of Streets Bush Limited. The announcement follows the merger of the well-established and widely respected Exeter chartered accountancy firm of Bush and Co with the fast-growing multi regional practice, Streets Chartered Accountants. This latest merger, along…

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PKF Smith Cooper upgrades Birmingham office amid expansion plans

PKF Smith Cooper has moved to a new office in Birmingham to accommodate the firm’s ongoing expansion plans. The Birmingham team moved into the new Grade A-specified on Cornwall Street premises, situated in the commercial heart of the city, on 22 October.  The building’s “state-of-the-art” amenities include an on-site gym and…

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