East Anglia

FRP launches Manchester-based forensic services team

FRP has announced that it has launched a new forensic services team in Manchester with the appointment of Michael Brian as a director. The firm stated that the move bolsters its forensic services capabilities in the region and complements its already strong restructuring advisory and corporate finance practices in the…

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Clarkson Hyde joins Affinia

Accounting and advisory firm Clarkson Hyde has become part of Affinia, strengthening the group’s presence across East Anglia and the South East of England. Founded in 1923, Clarkson Hyde offers services in accounting, audit, tax, and business transactions, including company acquisitions and sales.  The firm will continue supporting clients with…

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BDO advises CIRQLR on acquisition

BDO has announced that it has advised business recycling group CIRQLR on a number of acquisitions. CIRQLR has brought together an integrated network of regional recycling operators covering the East of England from the South-Coast to the Humber. Chambers Waste Management, which covers Surrey, became the latest leading regional recycling…

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Today’s news in brief – 9/4/2025

Larking Gowen has appointed Andrew Robinson as a new Business Tax Advisory partner, effective April 1, 2025. Robinson brings over 25 years of experience advising entrepreneurial, owner-managed businesses, charities, and not-for-profit organizations. Having previously worked in national firms, Robinson is excited to support East Anglia’s business community and contribute to…

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Larking Gowen appoints new Business Tax Advisory partner

Larking Gowen has expanded its Business Tax Advisory team with the appointment of Andrew Robinson as partner, who joined on 1 April 2025. Robinson will work alongside partner Dominic Carter in leading the Business Tax Advisory team. He brings with him over 25 years’ experience in the provision of taxation…

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FRP appoints new director to Cambridge team

FRP has appointed Chris McKay as a new director in Cambridge, strengthening its presence in East Anglia.    A licensed insolvency practitioner, chartered accountant and mediator, accredited by the UK’s Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), McKay has more than 30 years of experience helping businesses and stakeholders to protect value…

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MHA appoints senior corporate tax manager in Colchester

MHA, the UK member firm of Baker Tilly International, has announced the appointment of Ella Saunders as a senior corporate tax manager at its Colchester office.  Saunders’ appointment comes as the firm continues to strengthen its tax offering across the East Anglia region.  She joins MHA having spent five years…

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Today’s news in brief – 21/3/2025

Evelyn Partners has appointed Lachlan Dorrity as director, and David Ramsey and Katherina Zeal as assistant managers to expand its debt advisory practice. Dorrity, previously with Clearwater and Grant Thornton, brings over a decade of experience. Ramsey, formerly with Blick Rothenburg, and Zeal, from KPMG, will support mid-market transactions. This…

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Scrutton Bland expands in Colchester with Tile & Co acquisition

Scrutton Bland, part of the Sumer Group, has announced the acquisition of Tile and Co, an established accountancy firm in Colchester. The acquisition will see Tile and Co’s 11-strong team integrate into Scrutton Bland’s Colchester office over the coming months, “ensuring a seamless transition” for both clients and employees. The…

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Today’s news in brief – 4/2/2025

Duncan and Toplis has acquired ALG, a North London-based firm, marking a major growth milestone for the company. ALG will rebrand, and its entire team, including directors Mark Hilton and Panos Michaelides, will remain in their roles. The team will join Duncan and Toplis’ Finchley office, which opened in 2024…

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