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March 13, 2024
Spring Budget 2024 – Key Issues
Introduction • The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has just delivered the Government’s Spring Budget, which could well be the last fiscal […]
November 22, 2023
Autumn Statement 2023
The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has just delivered the Government’s Autumn Statement which is likely to be the penultimate fiscal statement […]
November 15, 2023
Thoughts in advance of the 2023 Autumn Statement
For many years Autumn Statements did not create much interest outside of economic and political circles. They were more like […]
April 25, 2023
We are hiring -Deal Advisory Assistant Manager
Location Belfast / Hybrid Working The Role Due to continued growth in our Deal Advisory team, we are now looking […]
April 25, 2023
HNH – A review on FY23 and a look forward to FY24
As the nights get longer and we start to feel a bit of warmth in the air it is an […]
March 15, 2023
Budget 2023
Earlier today, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his second major fiscal statement in five months. With the OBR forecasting that the […]
March 7, 2023
Pre Budget Predictions
In November 2022, the Chancellor delivered what was in effect a Budget in all but name in which he cut […]
December 12, 2022
Taking Stock Amidst Turbulent Times in the Tax World
The word ‘unprecedented’ can be overused in the modern world, but when it comes to looking at events of the […]
November 11, 2022
Business Advisory Services – “Calling All Graduates”
Due to ongoing growth in our Business Advisory Services Practice (“BAS”), we are now looking to recruit a graduate to […]
September 23, 2022
The Growth Plan 2022
Although described as a ‘mini-Budget’, the Chancellor’s Statement on The Growth Plan 2022 earlier this morning introduced a wide range […]
September 23, 2022
Connor McAnallen Appointment
HNH are delighted to welcome Connor McAnallen as a Manager into our Deal Advisory team. An Accountancy graduate of Queens […]
September 20, 2022
Newest Addition to BAS Team
HNH are delighted to welcome Matthew Mitchell to our Business Advisory Services team. A graduate from the University of Ulster, […]
July 8, 2022
Appetite for Renewable Energy Investments Continues to Rise
“With increasing concerns around climate change and the cost of energy, it’s no surprise to see growing appetite for investments […]
June 6, 2022
New Addition to Deal Advisory Team
HNH are delighted to welcome Lucas Batchelor as an Assistant Manager to our Deal Advisory team. Lucas graduated from Queen’s […]
May 27, 2022
Newest Addition to BAS Team
HNH are delighted to welcome Caoimhe Sweeney as an Assistant Manager into our Business Advisory Services team. A law graduate […]
March 8, 2022
Time to plan for an MVL?
Written by Jamie Callaghan With the Chancellor’s Spring statement fast approaching, those business owners contemplating retiring or exiting their business will no […]
February 23, 2022
A Squash and a ‘Fiscal’ Squeeze
Written by Rory Moynagh If there has one benefit from the past 2 years, it is undoubtedly the opportunity to […]
February 2, 2022
The Psychology of Debt: Post Pandemic Impact
Written by Fiona Elwood As we begin 2022, it is widely reported that rising living costs are having a financial, […]
December 22, 2021
Business Advisory Services – “We Are Hiring”
Due to ongoing growth in our Business Advisory Services Practice (“BAS”), we are now looking to recruit an Assistant Manager […]
October 27, 2021
Autumn Budget 2021
Today’s Budget announcement covered a lot of ground and set out the Governments direction of economic travel for the next […]
October 8, 2021
The Autumn Budget approaches!
As 2021 enters the last quarter, it’s hard to tell whether we are leaving a period of uncertainty or entering […]
September 27, 2021
We Are Hiring – Tax
Due to ongoing growth in our Tax Advisory Practice, we are now looking to appoint a Tax Manager. The successful […]
September 24, 2021
New Addition to BAS Team
HNH are delighted to welcome James McMullan to our Business Advisory Services team. A graduate from Queens, James has recently […]
September 9, 2021
Maven invests in rapidly growing eCommerce business Candle Shack
HNH acted as Lead Corporate Finance Advisor for rapidly growing eCommerce business Candle Shack in a £4.4m deal. Candle Shack, […]
September 7, 2021
Promotion Announcement
We are delighted to announce the promotion of John Donaldson to Director within our Business Advisory Services (BAS) team. James […]
August 12, 2021
HNH advise on the sale of Powerhouse Generation Ltd and Powerhouse Energy Management Ltd to Cool Planet Group
HNH acted as Lead Corporate Finance Advisor for Powerhouse. HNH Head of Sustainability, Paul Gleghorne, commented “HNH were delighted to […]
August 6, 2021
HMRC: Collection of tax debts post Covid-19
Further to the policy papers published last year on how to both treat and support those customers with tax debts […]
July 31, 2021
UK & RoI H1 M&A League Tables
With the publication of the latest Experian M&A League Tables, we are very pleased to report that our Deal Advisory […]
June 8, 2021
Debt Advisory Case Study
A Debt Advisory team, led by Bruce Walker recently advised Athru Whiskey on a £15m ABL fundraise from PNC. This […]
May 6, 2021
HNH Strengthens Team to 4 Licensed IPs
It gives us great pleasure to announce that Rory Moynagh, Associate Director in our Business Advisory Services (BAS) department, has […]
April 30, 2021
UK & RoI Q1 M&A League Tables
We are delighted to see the efforts of our deal advisory teams in NI and Scotland recognised by their strong […]
March 26, 2021
Business Support Assistant
As a result of our ongoing expansion, we are now looking to appoint a Business Support Assistant. The successful candidate […]
March 24, 2021
New Additions and Promotions
The Deal Advisory team at HNH is delighted to announce two pieces of good news: Chris Hylands joined the team […]
March 23, 2021
Budget 2 – The Sequel? (Publication of the 2021 Tax Policies and consultations)
Earlier today the Government issued its ‘Tax Policies and Consultations’ document. There was speculation that this would be the opportunity […]
March 5, 2021
Fortus Group
Fortus Group Holdings (‘Fortus’), the UK and Ireland’s value added B2B security distributor, has announced the acquisitions of Enterprise Security […]
March 3, 2021
Budget 2021 – the start of the road to recovery?
In his second Budget, the Chancellor focused on three main areas – supporting business and people; fixing the public finances; […]
February 26, 2021
HNH Promotions and Exam Success
It gives us great pleasure to announce some promotions and exam successes within HNH despite continued lockdowns and a somewhat […]
February 23, 2021
Deal Advisory Openings
Due to the buoyant M&A market and with a strong and growing pipeline for FY22, we are seeking to recruit […]
February 22, 2021
Changes to the Off-Payroll Working (“OPW”) rules with effect from 6 April 2021
After a one-year delay due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, changes to the OPW rules (sometimes referred to […]
February 9, 2021
Business Support Measures for Firms
James Neill and Cathy McLean are delighted to be presenting to the Law Society of NI this Wednesday as part […]
October 29, 2020
HNH Secures £15m ABL Facility for Aceo
Scotch Whisky specialist, Aceo Limited is set on an expansion course after successfully completing a £15m ABL financing. Bruce Walker and Peter […]
October 5, 2020
HNH Strengthens Deal Advisory and TS Teams
A double helping of good news today as we announce two new additions to Deal Advisory and Transaction Services and […]
September 6, 2020
CRS Mobile Cold Storage
A team led by Rodney McCaughey has provided financial due diligence for Renatus Capital Partners on its investment in CRS […]
September 2, 2020
Applications Sought For Finance Director
HNH is a multi-disciplinary financial advisory firm, combining a boutique business model with an international reach. We are based in […]
August 24, 2020
HMRC: Support Customers Fairly
HMRC recently published two policy papers in relation to how they treat and support those customers with tax debts. This […]
August 20, 2020
Significant Tax Changes on the way?
Every year the tax system gets a makeover at the time of the Budget, when new rules and regulations are […]
August 4, 2020
First COVID-19, now Small Brewers Duty threshold reform, where next for the Craft Brewery sector?
Perhaps a new era and form of collaboration/consolidation? An already precarious business outlook for many small breweries across the UK, […]
July 21, 2020
HNH Secures £2.7m Growth Capital Investment for Quorum Cyber
HNH’s Scottish team uses its expertise to support Edinburgh cyber security company Despite challenging economic conditions, boutique corporate finance specialists […]
July 9, 2020
The Chancellor’s Summer Statement – the ‘Plan for Jobs’
Yesterday the Chancellor made a statement to the House of Commons and unveiled his ‘Plan for Jobs’, as the second […]
July 6, 2020
COVID-19: Some key tax considerations
The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic has been unprecedented, certainly for anyone born after the Second World War, and it […]
July 3, 2020
COVID-19: Implications for Financing & M&A
Deal Advisory director Neal Allen recently gave a presentation to ICAEW members in Scotland on the implications of COVID-19 on […]
June 19, 2020
Is It Time To Cash In?
The past months have had a deep and lasting impact for all of us. In February, the terms social distancing, […]
June 17, 2020
Scottish Growth Fund
Our Transaction Services team is delighted to have advised Foresight Group on their investment into Substantive Research, a leading provider […]
June 16, 2020
Financial Analysis Amidst a ‘Smash and Grab’
Within the construction industry, ‘smash and grab’ is the term used to describe an adjudication that seeks to recover funds […]
June 11, 2020
Senior Appointment to BAS Team
HNH are pleased to welcome John Donaldson as an Associate Director into our Business Advisory Services division. John, a Licensed […]
May 15, 2020
Covid-19: Financial Support Summary
For any of our clients or contacts who are unsure of what support packages are available to help them navigate […]
April 2, 2020
COVID-19 – The global start-up and the inevitable scramble for liquidity
There is no doubt that business owners and directors are in panic mode. This is totally understandable as this type […]
March 31, 2020
GlenAllachie Distillers secures £30m loan from Clydesdale Bank
The GlenAllachie Distillers Co. Limited has secured a £30 million asset-based lending package from Clydesdale Bank, thanks to support from […]
January 30, 2020
Budget 2020 – is change in the air for Entrepreneurs’ Relief?
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, has announced that his first Budget will be delivered on Wednesday 11 March. […]
October 23, 2019
Former ‘Big Four’ professionals join HNH expansion
Three senior professionals from Scotland’s leading accountancy practices have come together to help drive HNH’s expansion into the GB market. […]
August 22, 2019
One Year of Tax at HNH
Where does a year go? HNH Tax opened for business in September 2018 and since then has been involved in […]
July 2, 2019
Members’ Voluntary Liquidations
Whilst the political and economic landscape in 2019 has continued to be dominated by uncertainty, one option for company directors […]
April 29, 2019
HNH Announces New Office Opening
We are delighted to announce the opening of an office in Edinburgh. Announcing the opening, Craig Holmes said “We can […]
April 1, 2019
HNH lead advisor in SSAS Solutions sale
SSAS Solutions has become part of listed wealth management group Mattioli Woods. SSAS is a Belfast-based firm specialising in offering […]
March 20, 2019
Debt funding covenants – What you need to know
What is a Debt Covenant? A Debt Covenant is simply an agreement made with your funder to adhere to certain […]
March 19, 2019
HNH acts as lead advisor in JW Kane sale
HNH are pleased to announce that Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing Pte Ltd (SAM) has completed its acquisition of JW Kane Precision […]
March 6, 2019
The value of the Expert Witness’s opinion
Claims of fake news are now commonplace within the press. The accusations of untruths continue to span the internet, questioning […]
February 11, 2019
McLean gains Forensic Accounting distinction
HNH Forensic Services HNH Group are delighted to announce that our Forensic Services Senior Manager Cathy McLean has successfully gained a distinction […]
February 7, 2019
Shortlists revealed for NI Dealmakers Awards
HNH features prominently in the 2019 Northern Ireland Dealmakers Awards shortlists. We have been shortlisted in the Corporate Finance Team […]
December 14, 2018
Should I stay or should I go?
The forthcoming Christmas break is, for many business people, the one time of year they can enjoy a proper break, […]
November 26, 2018
Inspire partnership announcement
HNH Group are thrilled to announce that we’re partnering with Inspire as our charity of choice. We are completely on […]
November 6, 2018
Autumn Budget 2018: Goodbye Austerity … Hello HMRC
Last week the Chancellor made a number of announcements in the Autumn budget, including signalling the end to austerity. For […]
October 30, 2018
Budget 2018 – Fiscal Phil’s Budget Top Ten (plus one!)
Today the Chancellor announced that the “Era of austerity is finally coming to an end”. History will be the judge […]
October 5, 2018
Insolvency Reforms Announced
In the wake of the liquidation of Carillion, the administration of House of Fraser and a number of high profile […]
October 4, 2018
Budget date announced as 29 October 2018
The Treasury has announced that the 2018 Budget will be delivered on Monday 29 October, a few weeks earlier than […]
September 24, 2018
Insolvency Reforms Announced
In the wake of the liquidation of Carillion, the administration of House of Fraser and a number of high profile […]
May 11, 2018
HNH Group Announce Three Promotions
We are delighted to announce a number of promotions within HNH Group. Rachel Foster and Rory Moynagh are being promoted […]
April 16, 2018
Safeguarding Your Success
By Rachel Foster There is no doubt that the effects of the liquidation of Carillion, the UK’s second largest construction […]
April 16, 2018
Rory Moynagh Completes Diploma in Personal Insolvency with Insolvency Service of Ireland
HNH Group Senior Manager Rory Moynagh has successfully completed the Diploma in Personal Insolvency and attained a Certificate in Personal […]
April 5, 2018
HNH Group Sponsor BVCA Belfast Business Breakfast 2018
HNH Group are proud to announce that we are sponsoring this year’s BVCA Belfast Business Breakfast. As part of the British […]
February 26, 2018
HNH confirm sale of Bio-Kinetic Healthcare to Kingsbridge Private Hospital, Belfast
HNH Group is pleased to confirm the sale of Bio-Kinetic Healthcare Limited to Kingsbridge Private Hospital, Belfast. Following the appointment […]
February 9, 2018
HNH Secure Three Nominations in Insider Dealmakers Awards 2018
HNH Group has been shortlisted in three categories at Insider’s Northern Ireland Dealmakers Awards 2018. Yesterday, Insider Media published their […]
January 24, 2018
HNH confirmed as leading corporate finance adviser in Northern Ireland
HNH has been confirmed as the leading corporate finance adviser in the Northern Ireland market. They advised on 18 successful […]
April 3, 2017
Active M&A Market Helps HNH Group To Record Year
Multi-disciplinary advisory firm HNH Group has recorded the strongest year to date in its corporate finance department by completing 14 […]
November 21, 2016
Autumn Statement 2016
Phillip Hammond’s inaugural Autumn Statement, to be delivered this Wednesday, will be the Chancellor’s first opportunity to set out his […]
March 22, 2016
Tax Losses – Recent Changes and their Impact on Recovery
The Government has announced significant reforms relating to loss relief as part of the recent Budget, although the changes will […]
March 11, 2016
HNH Group Retains ‘Corporate Finance Advisory Team of the Year’ Award
HNH Group was again named ‘Corporate Finance Advisory Team of the Year’ at the annual Insider Northern Ireland Dealmakers Awards […]
November 12, 2015
‘Bankruptcy Tourism’ – The End?
News has begun to surface in recent days that the Bankruptcy term in the Republic of Ireland (ROI) may be […]
November 4, 2015
What should we look for in Thursday’s MPC Announcements and Forecasts?
On Monday, Britain’s manufacturing PMI jumped to 55.5 for October, ahead of analysts’ expectations of 51.3, which is one of […]
August 5, 2015
Restructuring & Insolvency – Technical Update: Pension changes following the April 2015 budget (August 2015)
The position of pensions in Bankruptcy proceedings has been clear throughout the recession, pensions remain outside of the Bankruptcy estate […]
July 8, 2015
£5.8m acquisition deal led by HNH Group
HNH Group is delighted to announce completion of the sale of Lisburn based ‘Nelson Hydraulics’ to Lancashire Company ‘Flowtech Fluidpower […]
March 10, 2015
HNH Win Corporate Finance Team of the Year 2015
HNH have regained the CF Team of the Year award at the Annual Insider Dealmaker Awards in Belfast. Having previously […]
November 17, 2014
HNH announce exam success and promotions in Business Restructuring
HNH are delighted to announce that both Rachel Foster and Rory Moynagh have recently passed the Certificate of Proficiency in […]
November 13, 2014
Team HNH Run in the Dark 2014
The event kicked off at 8.00pm on Wednesday 12th November, with over 1500 runners lined up at the entrance of Stormont […]
September 23, 2014
MML Invest in Lowe Refrigeration
MML Capital has strengthened its position in Ireland by investing in Lisburn-based global refrigeration rental company Lowe Refrigeration. As part […]
November 10, 2013
Mourne Observer sold for an undisclosed sum to the Spectator Group
The Mourne Observer, the largest selling weekly newspaper in County Down, has been sold for an undisclosed sum to the […]
November 10, 2013
Access to Funding
A new initiative, recently launched by Invest Northern Ireland, will make it easier for local small and medium-sized businesses to […]
November 10, 2013
Insider Northern Ireland Dealmakers’ Awards
An excellent year for Horwood Neill Holmes was recognised at the recent Insider Northern Ireland Dealmakers’ Awards ceremony, with the […]
November 10, 2013
RSA Inter-Provincial Series
At the weekend the Northern Knights squad completed their final training session before their first match in the RSA Inter-Provincial […]
November 10, 2013
Boom Year for M&A
The number of deals in Northern Ireland increased by more than a third while there was a moderate dip in […]
October 8, 2013
2013 Deal Review and Advisor League Tables
Research published by Experian Corpfin reveals that HNH has maintained its position as the leading M&A advisor in Northern Ireland, having […]
July 29, 2013
HNH Sponsors Northern Knights Cricket for Inter-Pros
Following the selection of the Northern Knights Cricket squad, the Knights unveiled another fine addition to their squad, new key […]
April 16, 2013
Northern Ireland Dealmakers Awards
An excellent year for HNH was recognised at the recent Insider Northern Ireland Dealmakers’ Awards ceremony, with the firm picking […]
December 1, 2012
HNH Named Top CF Advisor for 2012
The Volume and Value League Tables, recently published by Experian Corpfin, reveal that, for the second year running, HNH (formerly […]
April 20, 2012
Seven Technologies Attracts GB Investment
Seven Technologies has received investment from YFM Equity Partners, a GB-based Private Equity Fund of £6.6m. Seven is a Northern […]