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  1. Blog19th Nov 2025

    Louise Neilson, author of blog about ESG strategy.

    How a solid ESG strategy can spark business growth

    Environmental, and governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly front of the minds of investors, customers, regulators, and employees. However, many businesses still treat it as just a compliance exercise, seeing it as a cost or a distraction. In reality, an ESG…

    By Louise Neilson

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  2. Blog23rd Jun 2025

    Sarah-Jane Murphy, author of blog about the family agreement

    The family agreement: future-proofing the family business

    Employing over 60% of the population, family-run and small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. Yet, most family businesses do not have a succession plan; the family agreement is the essential framework needed to secure the business’s future. Fear…

    By Sarah-Jane Murphy

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  3. Blog6th Jun 2025

    Vicky Madigan Senior Consultant and author of blog about workplace investigations

    9 key steps for a fair and effective workplace investigation

    When issues arise at work, be it misconduct, grievances, or policy breaches, employers have a duty to respond promptly and fairly. A well-conducted workplace investigation isn’t just about ticking boxes; it’s about creating a fair process that protects your people,…

    By Vicky Madigan

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  4. Webinars & Events

    AAB Team member with umbrella

    What’s next for Inheritance Tax? Essential planning before 2026 & 2027

    The government have announced major reforms to the Inheritance Tax (IHT) regime, including sweeping changes to limit business reliefs and the inclusion of pension savings. Now is the time to plan ahead and minimise the impact on you and your…

    Date: 5th Jun 2025
    Time: 10.00am
    Where: Online

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  5. Blog1st Apr 2025

    Claire Bruce, author of blog about employment tax reporting

    Employment Tax Reporting Deadlines: Are You Prepared?

    The 5th of April is fast approaching, which brings the array of end-of-year reporting to HMRC! We have compiled a list of the key reporting deadlines which your business may need to be aware of in the upcoming months following the…

    By Claire Bruce

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  6. Blog5th Mar 2025

    Sarah-Jane Murphy, author of blog about the family agreement

    Cash is King’ but is Working Capital Queen in a Family Business

    What is Working Capital? Working capital is the capital of a business, which is used in it’s day-to-day trading operations, calculated as the current assets minus the current liabilities. Current assets are held for a short period of time and…

    By Sarah-Jane Murphy

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  7. Blog3rd Mar 2025

    Feargal McCormack author of blog about succession planning

    Succession Planning: Securing Your Family Business’s Future

    Failure to implement a succession plan is one of the main reasons why so few family businesses survive, future generations.  The combination of the evolving volatile economic implications of the Ukraine War, post recent UK and USA elections and post…

    By Feargal McCormack

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  8. Blog5th Feb 2025

    ESG Assurance: How Can It Create Value? 

    Environmental, social and governance information is increasingly used by stakeholders in decision-making. As a result, the demand for broader assurance of this non-financial information is growing.   In this blog, we explore why we need assurance, its objectives, how it…

    By Karen Coulter

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  9. Blog6th Dec 2024

    Four people at a staff Christmas party with drinks and sparklers

    “Tis the Season” – Christmas Festivities & Employee Gifts, an Employers’ Guide to the Tax & NIC Implications

    Now that Christmas is upon us (“oh yes, it is!”) employers will be turning their attention to their own employees having planned the much-awaited Christmas party! In addition to this, employers may also give gifts or arrange Christmas parties for…

    By Gillian Forrest

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  10. Blog8th Oct 2024

    Anne Ewen AAB

    Digital Transformation: A Comprehensive Guide For Success

    Today, we live in a hyperconnected world where technology is at the forefront of everything we do. Artificial Intelligence and technological advancements have entered workplaces at pace, revolutionising how organisations and employees operate daily. It begs the question for businesses…

    By Anne Ewen

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  11. Blog31st Jul 2024

    Ashok Thomas, author of blog about buying a business

    Due Diligence: Dealing with Price Adjustments for Digital Debt

    Digital debt is a phrase that we are hearing more and more regularly, especially in the space of technology due diligence. The world has changed. To stay relevant most of the leading companies in the world rely heavily on technology…

    By Ashok Thomas

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  12. Blog26th Jul 2024

    Stuart Petrie, Head of Tax Investigations & Dispute Resolutions and author of blog about Cop9 investigations

    Will You Be Caught By HMRC Trying To Bridge A £40 Billion Tax Gap?

    Whether it’s a knock on the door, a phone call or a letter with the tell-tale HMRC logo, there’s little that will strike more fear into the heart of any individual or business owner than an unexpected enquiry from HM…

    By Stuart Petrie

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