Cumbria

Armstrong Watson appoints three directors to Cumbria team

Armstrong Watson has announced the promotion and recruitment of three new Business Services directors to its senior accounting team in Cumbria.Matthew Hutton and Adam Pattison have been promoted to Business Services directors, while Rich Cowell joins the firm as Business Services director in Penrith.  Armstrong Watson has also made a…

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Today’s news in brief – 24/1/2025

PwC has named Katie Johnston as its new local and devolved government leader. With over 20 years’ experience working with public sector organizations, Johnston specializes in modernizing services, addressing funding gaps, and driving economic development. She has been with PwC for seven years, serving as a partner for the past…

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Saint and Co bolsters audit department

Saint and Co Chartered Accountants has announced the appointment of two new audit managers, Tom Page and Yasir Saeed, and an audit senior, Viraj Naik, to join its audit department. Originally from Cumbria, Page joins the firm after working within the large and complex audit department at Deloitte in Manchester. …

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David Allen makes associate promotion

Cumbria and South West Scotland-based firm David Allen has announced the promotion of Amy Muirhead, a chartered accountant and business services specialist who heads up the Dumfries office, to associate.  Muirhead’s promotion aims to recognise her “dedication, expertise and outstanding” contribution to the firm, having supported businesses and individuals in…

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Lamont Pridmore announces Economics and Business Prize sponsorship

Cumbria-based accountancy firm Lamont Pridmore has announced its continued support for the next generation of business leaders by sponsoring the Economics and Business Prize at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School (QEGS). The 2024 award has been presented to Ben Ellis, who despite facing significant challenges, including recovering from a serious injury…

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Lamont Pridmore partners with CharterGroup

Lamont Pridmore, Cumbria’s family-run accountancy and advisory practice, has strengthened international capabilities through its membership of CharterGroup, which has partnered with Abacus Worldwide. The collaboration offers Lamont Pridmore’s clients access to global expertise, elevating the firm’s ability to provide “high-level” advice and experience. As a founder member of CharterGroup, one…

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Today’s news in brief – 8/11/2024

BTG Advisory, part of Begbies Traynor Group, has appointed David Hopkins as a partner in its Manchester office. Hopkins joins from BDO, bringing over 20 years of senior experience in restructuring. In his new role, he will lead business advisory, restructuring, and turnaround projects across various sectors, advising secured lenders,…

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Mazuma acquires TI Accountancy following MazAcq launch

Mazuma has announced the successful acquisition of TI Accountancy, following the launch of MazAcq, a strategic expansion into the Mergers and Acquisitions market for the leading accountancy service provider. The inception of MazAcq follows research presented at Accountex London by Lucy Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Mazuma.  The findings revealed…

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Today’s news in brief – 25/10/2024

Armstrong Watson has acquired Glasgow-based accountancy firm Parkhill Mackie & Co., incorporating its 11 staff, including partners Linda Parkhill and Sandra Mackie, into its Glasgow office. This merger, following Armstrong Watson’s recent acquisition of Gibbons Accountants in Cumbria, strengthens its presence in Scotland. Parkhill and Mackie, both Chartered Taxation members…

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Armstrong Watson acquires Parkhill Mackie and Co

Armstrong Watson has acquired Glasgow-based accountancy practice Parkhill Mackie and Co. The merger, which completed last week, will see Parkhill Mackie’s 11 staff, including partners Linda Parkhill and Sandra Mackie join Armstrong Watson’s Glasgow office in Blythswood Square, where they will continue to support their clients. The acquisition continues Armstrong…

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