Merger
The Merger tag highlights strategic consolidation across the UK accountancy sector — from regional firm tie-ups to high-profile national and international mergers. Accountancy Today reports on deal announcements, integration strategies, leadership restructuring, and the market implications for clients and competitors. Our editorial coverage offers essential insights for partners, directors, and practice owners assessing M&A opportunities, competitive positioning, and post-merger growth. Stay informed on how mergers are reshaping the structure, scale, and service offerings of accountancy firms.
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Jul- 2025 -2 JulyBusiness
Menzies merges with Haines Watts Wales
Accountancy firm Menzies LLP has merged with Haines Watts Wales, expanding its presence in South Wales and bolstering its Cardiff office. The deal will see a 20-strong team from Haines Watts Wales, including two new partners, join Menzies, bringing the combined Cardiff team to more than 40 people. The office…
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1 JulyBusiness
Streets expands into NI following Fitpro Financial merger
Accountancy firm Streets has expanded into Northern Ireland following a merger with Fitpro Financial Limited. The deal, which took effect on 31 May 2025, sees Fitpro Financial become part of Streets, with the newly combined practice operating as Streets (Belfast) Limited. It marks the first time Streets has established a…
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Jun- 2025 -17 JuneCompanies
GS Verde opens new office in Bristol’s Temple Quay
Multi-discipline dealmaking firm GS Verde Group has opened a new office in Bristol’s Temple Quay, following continued growth across the South West. The firm has taken over the mezzanine floor of One The Square, a Grade A office building located near Temple Meads station in central Bristol. According to GS…
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May- 2025 -2 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 2/5/2025
Price Bailey has acquired London-based accountancy firm Oliver Clive and Co, expanding its presence in the capital and enhancing sector expertise in dental, property, and hospitality markets. The merger follows Price Bailey’s 2023 acquisition of Stephenson Smart and brings the firm’s partnership team to 46. Oliver Clive and Co will…
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2 MayBusiness
Price Bailey acquires Oliver Clive and Co
East-Anglia based accountancy firm Price Bailey has announced the acquisition of Oliver Clive and Co further strengthening its offering in London. The move bolsters Price Bailey’s sector expertise, with Steven Davidson, Emma Benjamin and Nick Angel joining the now 46 strong partnership team. The merger comes following the recent acquisition…
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2 MayBusiness
Rouse merges with tech specialist Finerva
Beaconsfield-based firm Rouse and London-based innovation and tech specialist practice Finerva have completed a merger deal. The newly combined firm brings together Rouse’s full-service capability with Finerva’s focus on ambitious businesses in the tech, biotech and e-commerce sectors. Through the merger, the team has expanded to over 110 professionals, enabling…
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1 MayAccounting Firms
EQ Accountants merges with McDonald Gordon and Co
Sumer-owned firm, EQ Accountants, has announced a merger with Edinburgh-based McDonald Gordon and Co today (1 May), marking its third deal in the last 12 months. The merger marks a milestone in EQ’s growth strategy, which aims to triple its turnover from £11m to £30m over the next four years. …
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Apr- 2025 -25 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 25/4/2025
Former EY chair Steve Varley and ex-PwC executive Marrisa Thomas are launching Unity Advisory, a UK-based firm aimed at rivaling the Big Four. Backed by $300m from Warburg Pincus, the firm will focus on mid-sized, private equity-backed businesses and aims to deliver tax, accounting, M&A, and tech consulting services without…
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22 AprilPeople Moves
Evelyn Partners appoints new CFO
Evelyn Partners has announced the appointment of Alex Gersh as its new chief financial officer and an executive director, subject to regulatory approval. Gersh will join Evelyn Partners at the end of April and will work closely with Scott Kirk, interim CFO, to ensure an orderly handover. He replaces Andrew…
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8 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 8/4/2025
Xeinadin has expanded its southern UK presence by acquiring JCS Accountants in Surrey and Mudd Partners LLP in Essex. The move enables deeper collaboration across offices, especially in audit and digital services. JCS, founded in 1927, brings nearly 100 years of experience serving charities and family businesses. Mudd has rebranded…
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