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What company distribution reforms mean for owner-managed businesses

The 2026 Budget confirms proposed reforms that could affect how owner-managed businesses extract value, undertake shareholder exits, carry out demergers and receive payments from overseas companies. While the changes are not expected until April 2028, business owners should start considering the potential implications now.

October 29, 2026

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Business Asset Disposal Relief: a shrinking reward for business owners 

Budget 2026 announced a reduction in the Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) lifetime limit from £1 million to £500,000 for qualifying disposals made on or after 6 April 2027. The change continues a long-term trend of narrowing tax reliefs available to entrepreneurs and business owners when selling their businesses.

October 29, 2026

Higher tax rates for trusts with property and savings income

The Budget on 28 October 2026 has increased the previously announced rises in tax rates on property and savings income for trusts, with new rates applying from 6 April 2027. Trustees and beneficiaries should review the cash-flow impact and consider whether any changes to investment or distribution strategies may be needed.

October 29, 2026

Shaw Gibbs welcomes White Hart Associates acquisition as it further strengthens specialist offering for clients

Shaw Gibbs is pleased to announce the acquisition of Richmond-based White Hart Associates (“WhiteHart”), a specialist professional services firm with particular expertise in the travel sector. The deal brings one of the UK’s leading specialist travel advisory firms into the Shaw Gibbs Group as it continues its strategy of combining strong local client relationships and specialist expertise with the capabilities and scale of a growing group.

October 27, 2026
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Crowleys DFK expands Aviation Advisory Services with appointment of Brian McEnery as Partner

Crowleys DFK (part of the Shaw Gibbs Group) is delighted to welcome Brian McEnery back to the firm as a Partner in its Aviation Advisory Services team. He returns with extensive international leadership experience and specialist expertise in complex, asset-intensive businesses and structured finance.

October 26, 2026

Lizzie Darbourne appointed Group Marketing and Business Development Director

Shaw Gibbs has appointed Lizzie Darbourne as Group Marketing and Business Development Director, bringing more than 18 years’ experience in brand building and growth strategy. Her expertise in business integration and scalable growth will support the firm’s continued expansion, strengthen client service delivery, and help drive future acquisition ambitions.

September 14, 2026

Shaw Gibbs partners with ECI to continue delivering exceptional accounting services to clients across the UK and Ireland

Shaw Gibbs announces a new partnership with ECI Partners, marking the next stage of growth for the top 35 accountancy, tax and advisory firm. Following significant expansion across the UK and Ireland, the investment will support continued innovation, acquisitions and exceptional client service.

September 9, 2026

One Audit, Greater Value: Why subsidiary audit exemption deserves more attention

Could your group benefit from a more streamlined audit approach? Kapil Davda explores the benefits, key considerations and what international groups need to know.

September 2, 2026

Shaw Gibbs appoints Jeremy Gardner as Chief Commercial Officer to support next phase of growth

Shaw Gibbs is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremy Gardner as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), further strengthening its senior leadership team as the Group continues its ambitious growth strategy across the UK. 

September 1, 2026

VAT and Commercial Property: What you need to know

Purchasing commercial property is rarely straightforward from a VAT perspective, and whether you’re buying premises to trade from or as an investment, it is crucial to understand the VAT implications as soon as possible to avoid an unexpected tax liability.

August 27, 2026

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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