The Shaw Gibbs Group expands people expertise with acquisition of Reality HR

Shaw Gibbs, a leading accountancy, tax and business advisory group, has strengthened its advisory capabilities with the acquisition of Reality HR, one of the UK’s largest independent people management and learning and development consultancies. The deal broadens the Shaw Gibbs Group’s (Shaw Gibbs) service offering with a dedicated HR consultancy arm, creating a combined team […]
Shaw Gibbs is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Clifford as Accounts Partner in the Sutton office

Shaw Gibbs is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Clifford as Accounts Partner in the Sutton office. He brings over 20 years of experience working with owner-managed businesses and has advised clients across a wide range of sectors including publishing, manufacturing, property and not-for-profit organisations. Prior to joining Shaw Gibbs, Brian spent much of his […]
Crowleys DFK Announces Latest Promotions

As Crowleys DFK closes its 50th year in business—a milestone reflecting enduring strength and growth—the firm is delighted to announce the promotion of five committed individuals to key management positions within the firm. These promotions highlight Crowleys DFK’s unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and recognising excellence. Each individual has demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership, and a […]
Shaw Gibbs Group announce four Partner promotions

Shaw Gibbs Group announce four Partner promotions Shaw Gibbs is proud to announce the promotion of four professionals to Partner, a reflection of their exceptional contributions to their individual firms and the Shaw Gibbs Group as a whole. Each became a Shaw Gibbs Partner on 1 November 2025 and will continue to strengthen their leadership […]
DFK UK&I Annual and Emerging Leaders Conference 2025 – Sheffield

A celebration of collaboration, innovation, and growth. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to another unforgettable DFK gathering. We’re especially grateful to those who travelled from across the globe to reconnect with the DFK family.
Gravita celebrates three director promotions in its Bristol and Exeter offices

Leading accountancy firm announces three internal promotions across its South West offices after joining forces with Haines Watts Western Gravita, the tech-enabled accountancy firm for growth businesses and high-net-worth individuals, has strengthened its regional teams in the South West with three internal director promotions across its Exeter and Bristol offices. The promotions reiterate Gravita’s belief […]
BKL appoints two new partners

BKL appoints two new partners Accountants, tax and business advisers BKL are proud to announce the appointment of two new partners: Anoop Rehal and an internal promotion, Aron Kleiman. Anoop Rehal About Anoop Rehal Anoop has joined BKL from Cooper Parry. He has two decades of experience helping clients to redesign their finance functions and drive their businesses […]
Wilson Wright and BKL unify under the BKL brand

September 2025 marked an important month for DFK UK & Ireland members Wilson Wright and BKL as they unified under the BKL brand. Wilson Wright merged with BKL in April 2024. This enabled both firms to expand the depth of their team while improving the quality of the support they provide across a widerange of […]
Accountancy Age 35 Under 35 2025 – news post about BKL’s winners

Celebrating BKL’s three Accountancy Age 35 Under 35 winners for 2025! Three directors from BKL – Alex Lipman, Fabio Riccio and Sam Inkersole – are among the winners of this year’s Accountancy Age 35 Under 35. The 35 Under 35 recognises young UK accountants who are making outstanding contributions to their firms and to the […]
Shaw Gibbs announce the appointment of Emma Coughlan as VAT Partner

Shaw Gibbs is delighted to announce the appointment of Emma Coughlan as VAT Partner, further strengthening the top 40 firms’ tax advisory offering. Emma joins the firm with over 17 years of experience in indirect tax, having held senior roles at Big 4 firms Deloitte and EY. Her specialist knowledge spans professional practices, retail, and […]