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Donald McNaught

Donald McNaught

Restructuring Partner

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16 May 2025

  • Restructuring
Navigating MVLs in a changing tax environment

Members Voluntary Liquidations (MVLs) remain a tax-efficient and effective way to wind up redundant companies, even with recent capital gains tax changes. Updates to HMRC processes in late 2023 have streamlined the process, but proper preparation of tax affairs remains crucial for a smooth liquidation. In this blog, we outline key considerations for directors planning an MVL and how our team can support you through the process.

Valerie Wilson

Valerie Wilson

Financial Planning Support

15 May 2025

  • Wealth
  • Our people
Meet the Planner: Valerie Wilson

From discovering JC at a university careers fair to earning a prestigious Royal London Shield from the CII, Valerie Wilson’s career journey is one of drive and achievement. Based in our Edinburgh office, she shares the milestones that have shaped her path, how she finds balance after a busy week, and her top tip for staying on track during exam season.

Adam Hardie

Adam Hardie

Business Development Partner and Head of Food & Drink

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13 May 2025

  • Food & Drink
  • Business Advisory
  • Corporate Finance
Trossachs Cooperage reignites coopering craft in Callander with £1.3m investment boost for Scotland

A new coopering facility backed by £1.3million investment is to be launched in a major vote of confidence in Scotland’s Scotch whisky industry. The new cooperage brings 12 skilled jobs, apprenticeships, and renewed confidence for the sector. 

Martin Osler

Martin Osler

Partner and Chief People Officer, People Experience

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12 May 2025

    How do we help people have more good days?

    Burnout is a well-recognised challenge in accountancy, with almost four fifths of accountants saying there is a problem in the profession. As we approach Mental Health Awareness Week (May 12-18, 2025), it’s time for the industry’s leaders to reflect – and act.

    Craig Hendry

    Craig Hendry

    Managing Director & Chartered Financial Planner

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    07 May 2025

    • Wealth
    Market Commentary April 2025

    Working in conjunction with our investment research partners, Square Mile, we would like to share a market commentary report and a video covering the first quarter of the year. In this video, Scott Spencer, Investment Director at Square Mile, discusses their views on the global economic backdrop and investor sentiment, as well as what is happening in bond and equity markets.

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