Northern Ireland
Our coverage on Northern Ireland focuses on accountancy developments across Belfast and the wider region, highlighting firm activity, regulatory considerations, and local economic factors unique to this part of the UK. Accountancy Today reports on office expansions, partner appointments, cross-border advisory challenges, and public sector engagements. Tailored for accountants, partners, and firm leaders, our editorial delivers insights into the evolving professional landscape and strategic opportunities within Northern Ireland’s accountancy sector.
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Jul- 2025 -11 JulyEconomy
Economy unexpectedly shrinks 0.1% in May
Monthly real gross domestic product (GDP) unexpectedly fell 0.1% in May 2025, following an unrevised fall of 0.3% in April 2025 and growth of 0.4% in March 2025, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.5% in the three…
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4 JulyAccounting Firms
Cooper Parry enters NI market with CavanaghKelly takeover
Cooper Parry has acquired CavanaghKelly in a move that marks the accountancy group’s entry into the Northern Irish market. The deal is Cooper Parry’s 15th acquisition in just over two years and its third since partnering with New York-based Lee Equity Partners in December 2024. CavanaghKelly, based in Northern Ireland,…
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3 JulyBusiness
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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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 -10 JunePeople Moves
Deloitte promotes seven to partner in Scotland
Deloitte has announced that it has promoted seven of its people to partner across its Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen offices, including four women. Jennifer Donnachie, Laura MacDougall, Lyndsay MacGregor, Marc McNulty and Paul Cowley have been promoted in Glasgow, alongside Patrick Werner in Edinburgh and Sarah McGavin in Aberdeen. These…
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9 JunePeople Moves
Chartered Accountants Ulster Society appoints new chair
Mark Lawther has been elected chair of Chartered Accountants Ulster Society at its 118th annual general meeting. The Ulster Society represents more than 5,700 chartered accountants across Northern Ireland and is a district society of Chartered Accountants Ireland, the largest professional body on the island of Ireland. Lawther is a…
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6 JuneAccounting Firms
Ryan acquires Inspired to expand tax services in Ireland
Tax services and software firm Ryan has acquired Northern Ireland-based Inspired Corporate Advisory, a specialist in research and development (R&D) tax relief, capital allowances and patent box incentives. The move will bolster Ryan’s corporate tax compliance and advisory services, particularly in the engineering, construction and building supply sectors. Inspired’s team…
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May- 2025 -23 MayBusiness
RMT to open new Northumberland office
RMT Accountants and Business Advisers has announced that it is set to open a new office in Hexham town centre, increasing its investment into West Northumberland. The Newcastle-headquartered firm is set to open a new office on Gilesgate as it looks to further increase its local client base. RMT will…
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20 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 20/5/2025
Sumer has appointed Lindsey Tyler as group head of audit and member of its executive committee, reinforcing its commitment to audit excellence across its 50+ offices and 600-auditor network. With over 20 years’ experience in sectors including property, technology, and distribution, Tyler brings expertise in strategic growth, innovation, and audit…
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20 MayPeople Moves
Sumer appoints Lindsey Tyler as group head of audit
Sumer has appointed Lindsey Tyler as group head of audit, joining the firm’s executive committee following over 20 years in the industry. Tyler will lead Sumer Audit across England, Northern Ireland and Scotland. Her appointment follows the next stage of development of Sumer Audit, which brings together 600 auditors across…
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