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Armstrong Watson helps to secure future of longstanding Cumbrian law firm

Legal Sector Partner Andy Poole and his team supported Bleasdale & Co by arranging and securing an acquisition of the business by Bendles Solicitors, another local law firm which covers similar areas of law.

Using invoice finance to support your business

One of the biggest challenges for any business is managing its working capital requirements, to ensure that there is sufficient cash within the business to fund day-to-day operations.

Don’t miss out on R&D tax savings

Research & Development (R&D) tax relief is one of the most generous corporate tax reliefs offered by the UK Government, but many businesses miss out as they wrongly believe they are not eligible to apply.

5 common reasons to borrow right now

Funding remains a priority for a lot of businesses right now, whether you are cash-rich, in a position to grow, or looking to ease pressure on your finances. 

Armstrong Watson launches new partnership with Medical Defence Union

Armstrong Watson has teamed up with the Medical Defence Union (MDU), the UK's leading medical defence organisation, and its partner organisation the Dental Defence Union (DDU), to provide its members with access to tax, accountancy and business advisory services.   

Selling your business – the importance of good advice and support

Whether it’s director fatigue, feeling trapped in your business or simply the time is right to go, many see the sale of their business as a key step in the process of their financial planning for retirement - the final task in preparing for the next stage of their journey and a leap towards the personal and financial freedom it may bring.

Business lending landscape and options for HLT businesses

Following the success of the various Government-backed lending schemes to assist businesses through the pandemic, the lending landscape has changed somewhat.

Survey highlights businesses’ struggles following third lockdown and impact of Brexit

Recent research by the Association of Practising Accountants (APA) found that many businesses are still struggling with the impact of Covid-19 and the uncertain economic outlook

Selling your Hospitality Business in the midst of COVID-19

Head of Corporate Finance, Richard Gibson, providessome crucial advice and support to hospitality business owners considering the sale of their business during Covid-19.

Armstrong Watson acquires North East accountancy firm

Armstrong Watson has strengthened its aim to be the 'go to' accountancy firm for family and owner-managed businesses across the north now that it has acquired another successful, long-standing North East practice. 

Hexham-based accountancy firm Patricia J Arnold & Co has found the perfect match in Armstrong Watson as a business that will continue to provide a personalised service for its clients.