cmb@hawsons.co.uk For periods commencing on or after 1 January 2026, FRS 102, the accounting standard used by most unlisted companies in the UK, is being significantly updated. Early adoption is permitted, although we have seen very few examples of this. The two...
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Hawsons Advises Derbyshire Care Group on the Acquisition of Three Care Homes
Hawsons Corporate Finance team have advised Derbyshire Care Group Limited on its recent acquisition of three care homes: Spion Kop, Francis House, and Saint Elkas. These acquisitions support the owner’s continued growth strategy in the care sector, expanding its...
Hawsons advises ICE Plumbing & Water Services on sale to HSL Compliance
The Hawsons Corporate Finance team have advised the shareholders of ICE Plumbing & Water Services Ltd on its successful sale to HSL Compliance, a leading provider of legal and regulatory water safety services in the UK. This strategic acquisition aligns two...
Succession Planning for Care Homes
ss@hawsons.co.uk As you know, operating a care home comes with responsibilities that go beyond those in other sectors. You need to deliver care to vulnerable residents, manage the wellbeing of staff (who do an incredibly difficult job), in addition to working within...
14% of Employee Owned Businesses Are Now in Construction as Sector Sees Surge in Employee Ownership Trusts
The construction sector is driving one of the most significant shifts in business succession seen in recent years. 14% of all employee-owned businesses in the UK are in construction, following an 6,000% increase in companies moving to an Employee Ownership Trust since...
New HMRC Service Lets You Take Control of Your PAYE Tax – Here’s What You Need to Know
As part of H M Revenue & Customs goal to achieve being digital by 2030, with 90% of customer interactions being online, today they have announced a new online service for workers to take control of their tax affairs. To stay in line with the current technology...
Inheritance Tax Changes: Is Your Business at Risk?
If you've been under the impression that Inheritance Tax (IHT) changes are a distant concern, it's time to reconsider. Recent reforms are set to significantly impact business owners and farmers, particularly those with businesses or farms with values exceeding £1...
Hawsons Advises On Acquisition Which Brings Monkey Town into the UK
The Corporate Finance team at Hawsons Chartered Accountants has successfully advised Dutch leisure group, 24 Indoor on its recent acquisition of Rascals Party & Play Centre in Preston. This strategic acquisition means that leading European indoor playground brand,...
Hawsons Forms Strategic Alliance with Bruce & Butler to Strengthen Cyber and Data Protection Services
Hawsons Chartered Accountants has announced a significant investment in Bruce & Butler, a leading data protection and cybersecurity firm. This strategic alliance combines Hawsons' financial expertise with Bruce & Butler’s specialised services in data...
Hawsons advises Century Plastics Ltd on Strategic Acquisition of Able Canopies Ltd
Hawsons has advised Century Plastics Ltd to acquire Able Canopies Ltd, a UK-based specialist in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality canopy and shelter solutions. The deal marks a significant expansion of Century Plastics’ UK footprint and supports...
Hawsons Advises DSM Roofing and Dibsa Structures On Transition To An Employee Ownership Trust
Hawsons Chartered Accountants has advised on the transition to employee ownership of Barnsley-based construction group comprising DSM Roofing Ltd and Dibsa Structures Ltd. DSM Roofing is a specialist building envelope contractor, offering services including roofing,...
Hawsons Advises Killis and MotorScrubber on Strategic Demerger to Fuel Future Growth
Hawsons, one of the UK’s leading independent advisory firms, has advised on the successful demerger of Killis Ltd and MotorScrubber Limited. The move separates two well-established names in the commercial cleaning equipment sector, enabling each to accelerate its...










