Blog18th Sep 2023What Does Members Voluntary Liquidation mean?It can be a daunting time for business owners closing down a solvent business. Owners are used to having full control and dealing with all business matters, therefore understandably, we are asked many questions before and during the process of…By Claire Smith View more
Blog7th Jul 2023How Important is ESG in M&A Transactions?Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is attracting increasing attention from investors and acquirers when evaluating investment, growth funding and M&A opportunities. At the outset of a possible deal, investors and acquirers are now taking more rigorous ESG considerations into account. …By Alasdair GreenView more
Blog28th Feb 2023The Herd Group Moves to Employee OwnershipAAB, advised Herd Group on transferring to an Employee Ownership Trust. The Herd Group is a Surrey-headquartered vehicle rental firm that has seen significant year-on-year growth since the business was founded in 2014. The firm, which now operates throughout the…By Kate NaylorView more
Blog6th Feb 2023Celebrating 50 Years of the Simple Tax: A Milestone OverviewAs we mark the 50th anniversary of the Simple Tax, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on how this straightforward tax policy has influenced the financial landscape and shaped our understanding of taxation over the past five decades. 1973 was…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog25th Jan 2023The Importance Of Succession For Family BusinessesWithin the intricacy of family businesses, succession planning weaves the path for continuity and prosperity. This article delves into the significance of succession planning, highlighting its role in safeguarding the legacy of family enterprises. From nurturing talents within the family…By Paula FraserView more
Blog22nd Dec 20222022 Sector Year in ReviewThis year has been a year of growth, a year of events, a year of change and overall, a year to remember. It has not come without its challenges and changes. As the year draws to a close we asked…View more
Blog13th Dec 2022What challenges are family businesses facing today?The UK is going through a period of uncertainty. The economy is struggling to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, we’ve had months of political uncertainty and the rise in the price of necessities such as energy and food have caused…View more
Blog12th Dec 2022Food & drink sector dos & don’ts for cost of living crisisThe soaring price of food, energy and running costs has pushed inflation to a 40-year high as the rising cost of living continues to squeeze. UK food and energy prices are rising at their fastest rate in 42 years. With…View more
Blog21st Nov 2022How to organise your finance function Your finance function is the eyes and ears of your business. It gives you insight where you need and reports on your past and predicts your future. A finance team needs to have the right people in the right seats.…By Lauren McCluskeyView more