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David Ward
Partner & Head of Tax
28 October 2026
Autumn Budget 2026 rewards risk-takers but creates two classes of founderChancellor John Healey’s first Budget will hand high growth founders the most generous tax relief since 2020 but halves the lifetime limit on the relief many other business owners rely on, according to accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael.
Laura Carter
Head of Early Careers
21 September 2026
Johnston Carmichael’s partnership with ICAS Foundation delivers next generation of talentLeading accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael’s partnership with the ICAS Foundation is helping talented young people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds into the profession, with four Foundation students set to return to the firm as graduate trainees.
Lynne Walker
CEO
2 September 2026
Johnston Carmichael strengthens senior leadership team with four key appointmentsLeading independent UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has appointed four senior leaders, including its first Chief Technology Officer and a new Audit Partner, as it strengthens its team across the UK.
Samantha Nicholson
Business Advisory Director
17 August 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints Sam Nicholson as Head of DentalBusiness Advisory Director Sam Nicholson has been appointed Johnston Carmichael’s new Head of Dental, reflecting the firm’s continued investment in specialist sector expertise and its commitment to developing leadership talent from within.
Lynne Walker
CEO
29 July 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints Graeme Bain to lead Restructuring teamJohnston Carmichael has appointed Graeme Bain as Head of Restructuring. Graeme, who takes up the role with immediate effect, will lead the firm’s Restructuring business line, supported by Partners Donald McNaught and Richard Bathgate.
