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Becky Bowness joins Armstrong Watson as Corporate Tax Director

Becky joins Armstrong Watson from Big 4 accounting firm PwC, where she has spent the last six years in their London International and M&A tax teams. Previously Becky experienced a year in their New York office, having began her career in Carlisle and spending her first 12 years advising clients across the North of England.

Becoming a Partner in a Law Firm: All About Finances

There's many questions to ask when considering becoming a partner in a law firm, especially about the financial aspects. How can I work out the financial returns? Are there risks? Andy Poole, Legal Sector Partner, answer some of those FAQs.

First Payroll Professional as New Partner

Congratulations to Karen Thomson, Director of Group Payroll Services on her promotion to Payroll Partner and becomes only the second known Payroll Partner of an accountancy firm in the whole of the UK.

Emerging Trends in the Food and Drink Sector

A recent published report on understanding consumer behaviour in the restaurant and bar sector conveyed what may seem to be some good news for 2019 and beyond.

Plan Well Ahead for Your Business Exit

Talk of exit is possibly something of a sensitive subject this week.

Without indicating any personal views, I think it’s safe to observe that the previous couple of years in Westminster have given us a perfect example of the need to plan rigorously for big changes.

Selling or passing on a business might be the most fundamental change many business owners ever make. If your exit is a sale, you probably want a settlement that reflects your time investment over the years.

Can an audit really add value…?

A joined-up audit and advisory solution can increase the equity value of our business. 

Becoming a partner in a law firm: Is it worth it?

There's many questions to ask when considering becoming a partner in a law firm. Is it worth it? How can I improve my chances? Andy Poole, Legal Sector Partner, answer some of those FAQs.

Farm Landlords and Tenants - The Tax Issues

There are various tax issues that arise in relation to transactions between landlords and farm tenants. Regardless of which side of the transaction you are on, it is important to understand both points of view.

Stamp Duty Land Tax on commencement

This is often overlooked, but can be payable by the tenant. The calculation is complicated but fortunately there is a calculator on HMRC’s website which works out the Net Present Value of the rents payable. If the answer is more than £150,000, the SDLT payable is 1% of the excess.

Don't Take the State Pension for Granted

There have been several changes to the state pension system in recent years. This article will explain the current rules and hopefully alert to pitfalls which may result in lower amounts being received when reaching state pension age.

Introducing a new wave of modern Beer Bars with a true Yorkshire heritage

North Brewing Co was founded in 2015 by John Gyngell and Christian Townsley, the brains behind legendary Leeds beer venue North Bar, which opened in 1997.