Martin and Company

Today’s news in brief – 7/1/2025

Azets Wealth Management is set to acquire Laurus Associates Limited, a firm specializing in investments, pensions, and life assurance. Established in 2002, Laurus Associates brings two decades of expertise to Azets. Founders Karen Barwick and Colin Dawson, along with their team, will join Azets, aligning with its people-first culture and…

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Martin and Company appoints new tax partner

Martin and Company, part of the Shaw Gibbs Group, has announced the appointment of Lisa Ball as tax partner.  Ball, who has been in the industry for more than 30 years, has extensive experience in tax, particularly in family agri-businesses, Inheritance Tax (IHT) and succession planning.  She joins Martin and…

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Shaw Gibbs appoints head of tax

Shaw Gibbs has announced the appointment of Naomi Stewart as the firm’s new head of tax. Stewart, who joined Shaw Gibbs in April by way of the merger with Martin and Company, will oversee the tax services across all the offices within the expanding practice.  A qualified chartered accountant and…

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Today’s news in brief – 25/4/2024

ICAEW’s Business Monitor has revealed UK business confidence triples in Q1 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Despite this, hesitancy in investment persists, threatening economic recovery. Capital investment rose modestly to 2.3%, but future investment intentions remain below historical averages. Concerns about regulations increase, while worries about bank charges decrease. Shaw Gibbs…

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Shaw Gibbs merges with Martin and Company

Shaw Gibbs has announced its merger with Martin and Company, an accountancy and tax advisory practice with offices based in Winchester, Thame, and Liss.  The firm said that with a “shared dedication to delivering exceptional client service” and expertise in accountancy and tax advisory services, the merger will bring expertise…

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