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Experienced Audit and Assurance Director joins Armstrong Watson

Armstrong Watson LLP, Accountants, Business and Financial Advisers are delighted to announce that Huw Nicholls has joined the team as an Audit Director.

Autumn Statement 2022 - lacks incentives for business owners

Having recently written an article of the now infamous “mini budget” in which I talked about it being very much a budget favouring business, this Autumn Statement has, in stark contrast, reverted to one of increased costs and taxes for business.

Autumn Statement 2022 - Head of Tax Initial Reaction

As anticipated due to the economic deficit, Jeremy Hunt today announced measures that will see tax increases amounting to a cost to taxpayers of tens of millions of pounds.

Protect your company’s financial stability in times of uncertainty

During the pandemic the Government has provided support in the form of loan schemes. Although these loans are underwritten by the Government, in the event of a business failure resulting from the demise of a director, the debt will be repaid from business assets, potentially putting the business under financial pressure...

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

Spring Budget 2021 – The Not for Profit Sector

Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, unveiled his Spring Budget in the House of Commons last week, with an extension to the furlough scheme and social investment tax relief amongst the biggest announcements affecting charities and voluntary organisations.

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.

Succession - Who do you Trust?

Do not underestimate how succession planning in the caravan park industry, as in many family businesses, can without a doubt be complicated.

Proud to announce our new office in Newcastle’s City Quadrant

We're delighted with our continued growth in Newcastle resulting in the expansion from our original Quayside base to a larger office in Newcastle’s City Quadrant.

Latest survey shows worrying results for UK Hospitality Businesses

Over 350 business owners in the UK hospitality sector participated in our latest survey, with worrying results showing that 37% of business owners are considering closure or selling their business.