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Shaw Gibbs appoints Charlotte Anderson as new Audit Partner in Farnham office.

Shaw Gibbs announces the appointment of Charlotte Anderson as Audit Partner, which aligns with the firm’s commitment to deliver exceptional audit and assurance services.

March 2, 2026

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Navigating capital allowances following recent changes, including for business vehicles

Well timed investment decisions, especially around capital purchases can unlock valuable and often overlooked tax efficiencies. At Shaw Gibbs, we regularly help our clients plan capital purchases strategically, including navigating changes in tax rules, to ensure compliance whilst maximising available tax reliefs.

February 26, 2026

Practical resources to help you prepare for the Employment Rights Act

If it feels like everyone is talking about the Employment Rights Act right now, that’s because this really is one of the biggest shake-ups to UK employment law in decades. To help you prepare with confidence, we have pulled together our most useful Employment Rights Act tools and support.

February 19, 2026

Shaw Gibbs appoints Pete Latham as Head of M&A

Shaw Gibbs has announced the appointment of Pete Latham as Head of M&A, further strengthening the firm’s strategic growth capabilities.

February 18, 2026

The importance of early exit planning

In his latest article, Corporate Finance Manager, Simon Alderwick explains why exit planning should ideally start two to five years before you intend to sell, the three traditional triggers for distressed sales, and how early preparation can significantly improve both value and deal success.

February 5, 2026

Shaw Gibbs announces collaboration with Sutton United FC as official match-day social media partner

Shaw Gibbs teams up with Sutton United FC as the club’s match‑day social media partner and sponsor of winger, Jermaine Francis.

January 30, 2026

Shaw Gibbs steps into the Irish marketplace via a strategic partnership with Crowleys DFK

Shaw Gibbs is proud to announce a step into the Irish marketplace through a strategic partnership with Crowleys DFK. This marks Shaw Gibbs’ inaugural expansion outside of the UK, and represents a new era of cross-border collaboration.

January 14, 2026
Tractor in snow

Labour’s Christmas gift to the agricultural community

Just days before Christmas, the Labour government delivered an unexpected, and for many, much needed change of direction on its proposed Inheritance Tax (IHT) reforms for agricultural and business property. For farming families who have spent the past year facing significant uncertainty, the announcement has landed as a genuine moment of relief.

January 6, 2026

‘Rotisserie Chicken Tax’ – The new Pasty Tax?

Little things, like in this case putting a ‘hot food’ sign near a product that is potentially not intended to be served hot, can make a difference! Businesses should regularly review their tax position and seek advice, as appropriate.

December 18, 2025
Charity trading

Charities and trading: Tax and accounting considerations

‘Charities may unwittingly end up paying tax if they carry out trading activities’

December 17, 2025

What our clients say

  • I have been a client of Shaw Gibbs since the 1960's and have always found a professional but friendly response from the partners or staff

    I have been a client of Shaw Gibbs since the 1960's and have always found a professional but friendly response from the partners or staff

    Richard Preston

  • Thank you for being such a great partner in building our business!

    Thank you for being such a great partner in building our business!

    Oege de Moor - CEO, Semmle

  • Experience, expertise and support was not only invaluable from a financing perspective, but also in assisting us to determine the future strategy.

    Experience, expertise and support was not only invaluable from a financing perspective, but also in assisting us to determine the future strategy.

    Charles Parry – John Parry Estates Ltd

  • Shaw Gibbs’ service provides timely expertise at a reasonable cost

    Shaw Gibbs’ service provides timely expertise at a reasonable cost

    OATS Limited
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