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Belfast Telegraph How Digital Infrastructure is Shifting the Dial on Regional Balance

There’s a lot of talk in Northern Ireland about “regional balance”. Few argue with the principle that economic opportunity should be more evenly spread across the region. The challenge, as ever, lies in turning principle into practice.

Andrew Webb

| 4 min read | 03 Jun 2025

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Article FRS 102 Periodic Review series: Small companies
Explore key changes to small company disclosures under FRS 102 Section 1A, including UK GAAP updates on leases, tax, going concern and related parties.

Louise Kelly
| 6 min read | 30 Apr 2025
Audit and Assurance FRS 102 Periodic Review series: Other changes
On 27 March 2024, the Financial Reporting Council issued amendments to FRS 100 – 105 (known as GAAP, or Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), a suite of accounting standards applicable in the UK and Ireland. These are used by an estimated 3.4 million businesses in preparing their financial statements.

Louise Kelly
| 7 min read | 24 Mar 2025
Audit and Assurance ID Verification: Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023
Companies House is introducing mandatory identity verification requirements for Directors and People with Significant Control (PSCs), as the next step towards full implementation of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

Louise Kelly
| 3 min read | 20 Mar 2025
Audit and Assurance FRS 102 Periodic Review series: Accounting for leases
On 27 March 2024, the Financial Reporting Council issued amendments to FRS 100 – 105 (known as GAAP, or Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), a suite of accounting standards applicable in the UK and Ireland. These are used by an estimated 3.4 million businesses in preparing their financial statements.

Louise Kelly
| 7 min read | 24 Feb 2025

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At Grant Thornton (NI) LLP, our team helps Northern Ireland businesses manage their UK and global indirect tax risks which, as transactional taxes, can quickly become big liabilities.

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Article The importance of ensuring your business is sale-ready

Prepare your business for a successful sale with expert tax planning and due diligence to minimise risk and maximise value.

| 3 min read | 10 Jun 2025

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Tax Changes ahead for non-domiciled individuals

Non-Domiciled Tax Changes: UK to abolish remittance basis in 2025. New rules on Income, Capital Gains, and Inheritance Tax. Plan now for major impacts on foreign assets.

3 min read | 13 Aug 2024

Tax A new era for R&D tax relief has arrived

Major changes to UK R&D tax relief arrived April 1, 2024. Get the latest on eligibility, subcontractor rules, overseas expenditure & how to navigate claims with increased HMRC scrutiny.

4 min read | 23 Apr 2024

Economy Casement and city deals – another fine mess

Explore the economic impact of Casement Park, Euro 2028, and Northern Ireland’s lost opportunities. Learn how fiscal challenges may shape future investments and growth.

Andrew Webb

| 4 min read | 24 Sep 2024

Consulting Leveraging diversity is good for business

Boost business performance with diversity. Discover how inclusive practices drive innovation, higher revenues, and stronger employee engagement in our latest insights.

3 min read | 19 Jul 2024

Economy New leaders need economic luck if things are to improve

Labour's economic plan focuses on stability, self-sufficiency, and growth. New leaders will need economic luck to navigate challenges and ensure progress.

Andrew Webb

| 4 min read | 02 Jul 2024

Tax Succession planning: Securing the future of your family business

Ensure your family business thrives with effective succession planning. Learn strategies for preparing successors, navigating challenges, and mitigating inheritance taxes.

Alan Gourley

| 3 min read | 02 Jul 2024

Tax Selling Your Home – Is Tax Payable?

When a residential property is sold at profit, capital gains tax (‘CGT’) may be payable on the gain (i.e. the profit).

3 min read | 25 Jun 2024

Consulting AI's Role in Attracting and Retaining the Best People

Discover how AI transforms recruitment and retention by enhancing efficiency, engagement, and personalisation while addressing ethical concerns and improving job satisfaction.

Neil Hughes

| 3 min read | 21 Jun 2024

Consulting Resilience in an era of relentless change

Discover how prioritising resilience can help business leaders navigate technological disruptions, economic fluctuations, and global crises for sustained success and growth.

Neil Hughes

| 3 min read | 28 May 2024

Audit and Assurance Enhancing Communication Between Audit Teams and Clients

Clear and effective communication between audit teams and clients is essential for any successful audit engagement – the key is fostering collaboration, trust, and transparency

2 min read | 16 May 2024

Tax Corporation Tax rate hike and high interest rates can be a costly combination

As the Corporation Tax (“CT”) submission deadline for companies with a 31 March 2023 year-end has now passed, with it goes the submission of the last returns with the “flat” 19% corporation tax rate.

2 min read | 16 May 2024

Advisory - Economics Does a strong labour market deliver a good labour market?

Does a strong labour market deliver a good labour market? That is a topic that is gaining much more attention, especially so since the Economy Minister cited ‘good jobs’ in his economic objectives.

3 min read | 13 May 2024

Risk, Compliance and Professional Standards Key financial reporting updates - December 2024

Substantial changes are set to be made to financial reporting have been announced recently. The UK Government is in the final stages of preparing changes to company size thresholds, increasing them by approximately 50%, effective from April 2025

Louise Kelly

| 4 min read | 10 May 2024

People and change Making blended working work: strategies for successfully navigating the modern work environment

Discover how to thrive in the era of blended working. Learn why 60% of job seekers demand hybrid options. Create policies, foster culture, and invest in tech for seamless collaboration.

Neil Hughes

| 3 min read | 30 Apr 2024

Tax A new era for R&D tax relief has arrived

Major changes to UK R&D tax relief arrived April 1, 2024. Get the latest on eligibility, subcontractor rules, overseas expenditure & how to navigate claims with increased HMRC scrutiny.

4 min read | 23 Apr 2024

Article An optimistic economist: I knew it would pass

Despite challenges, with £1.5 billion investments, Northern Ireland's hotel sector shows promising growth. But as poverty persists, the economic landscape remains complex.

Andrew Webb

| 3 min read | 09 Apr 2024

Consulting Defining the future of HR amid technological advancements

Discover how technology is reshaping HR strategies. From automation to AI-powered recruitment, explore the future of HR practices and career paths.

Neil Hughes

| 3 min read | 08 Apr 2024

Sustainability Is your Business a Team Player in the Game of Corporate Sustainability?

Sustainability these days is more of a team sport. If you wish to succeed, especially in a world of increasing regulatory compliance and heightened stakeholder expectations, then you will need a good captain backed up by a willing and skilful team.

Louise Kelly

| 4 min read | 26 Mar 2024

Advisory The interesting rise of the Employee Ownership Trust model in Northern Ireland

Explore Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) for succession planning, employee rewards & business growth. Read our latest insight.

Paul Prenter

| 4 min read | 19 Mar 2024