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There are just two weeks left to nominate outstanding private businesses and leaders for the 2026 Private Business Awards. Across the UK, private and PE-backed businesses continue to drive growth, innovation and transformation. They power our economy often behind the scenes and rarely in the spotlight. The Private Business Awards exist to change that. This year’s awards will celebrate excellence across a wide range of categories, including: • Tech Business of the Year • VC or PE-Backed Business of the Year • Social Impact of the Year • Scale-Up of the Year • Digital Transformation of the Year • Female Business Leader of the Year • CFO of the Year • CEO of the Year • Growth Business of the Year • Family Business of the Year • Private Business of the Year Which business or leader will you put forward? Nominate today: https://utm.guru/ukEbf Lombard Odier Group | Inflexion | Charles Russell Speechlys #PrivateBusinessAwards #CelebratePBA

🎉 This week we celebrated some of our inspirational female colleagues in BDO's International Women's Day awards. Our winners are people who inspire with empathy and boldness, fly the flag for inclusion and support female development. Each of them has made a positive difference to the lives of the people around them. 💡 Congratulations to our Inspirational Leaders; Sandra Thompson-Drew, Shirley Rogan, Emma Goldberg, Tiana Raviranjan and Heather Rushforth. ⭐ To our Rising Stars; Priyanka Govind, Maggie Quinlan, Charlotte Centracchio and Topaz Gordon ATT CTA. 🫶 And to our Changemakers; Zeesha Shirin Bandyopadhyay, Stephanie Evans, Izzy Pye and Lindsey Lopiano. #IWD2026 #LifeatBDO #InvestingforImpact

We were delighted to attend the 41st plc awards 2025 last week as proud sponsors, in association with the London Stock Exchange, celebrating the continued success and ambition of Main Market companies. On behalf of BDO UK, congratulations to all of the shortlisted companies and to the winners on the evening: Kier Group, Chesnara Plc, Volution Group plc, Alfa Financial Software, Saga plc., Alessandro Dicorrado at Ninety One, M&S, Genus PLC, Bill Hocking at Galliford Try, Halma plc, The Beauty Tech Group (CurrentBody, ZIIP, Tria) and IMI. The breadth and quality of businesses represented was a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the UK listed market. A particular highlight was the keynote address from Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, whose reflections on the economic outlook and the role of UK plc set a thoughtful and timely tone for the evening. It was also a privilege to support Brentwood Catholic Children's Society and Tommy's on the night - two outstanding charities making a meaningful difference. Thank you to everyone who helped make the evening such a success. Ford Sinclair Events | London Stock Exchange #PlcAwards #ProudSponsors #CelebratingGrowthWithPurpose

The Oil & Gas sector enters 2026 with record production, softening prices, and major strategic shifts across the North Sea. Our Oil & Gas Annual Report 2026 explores the forces reshaping the market - and what they mean for operators, investors, and policymakers. Download the full report here: https://www.utm.io/ul0KC

Leone is early in her journey at BDO and already making great strides toward becoming a qualified accountant. ♥️ And you can too, join us today, search BDO careers. https://careers.bdo.co.uk/

The ‘Great Wealth Transfer’ is looming – over £5 trillion is set to pass to the next generation in the coming years. But how smooth will that transition be? Our research shows a lack of trust in the lives of the wealthy stemming from personal, institutional and regulatory political instability - and differences in outlook between wealth creators and the next generation may complicate matters further. Download the full report to find out more. https://utm.guru/ulMho #succession #relocation #privatewealth

Could your private business be a winner? Or maybe you know an exceptional PE/VC‑backed client who deserves recognition? The countdown is on for the 2026 Private Business Awards and with just one month until nominations close on 20 March, now is the perfect time to put forward the businesses and leaders who truly stand out. With categories including Leadership, Growth, Innovation and more, start your nomination today and help shine a spotlight on outstanding achievement across the UK’s private business community. Nominate a standout business or leader today: https://utm.guru/ulPVM #PrivateBusinessAwards #CelebratePBA

📢 BDO UK and BDO Ireland merger update We have exchanged contracts following a successful partner vote on our merger. Completion is expected in Spring 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Mark Shaw, Managing Partner at BDO UK, says: “Partners in both the UK and Ireland have been clear in their support and are excited about the next phase of our growth story. We are pleased to have reached this important stage in our merger.” #merger #workingtogether #winningtogether https://utm.guru/ulFh6

Delighted to see our very own Fab Lanza advocating for the importance of early career insight programmes this week. As founding signatories of Access Accountancy we know first hand the impact these experiences can have on young students career choices. Thanks for sharing your valuable experience Fab. Applications for BDO's Explore BDO and Black Heritage insight programmes are now open. https://utm.guru/ulcpP

🔍 Discover the latest insights on charity fraud with the "Charity Fraud Report: A Five-Year Review" by BDO and the Fraud Advisory Panel. 📊 Key findings reveal that over a third of charities faced fraud incidents last year, with insider threats accounting for 38% of cases. Despite improved awareness, 52% anticipate an increased fraud threat by 2026. 💡 Stay informed and proactive in safeguarding your charity's assets. Download the report now to explore effective fraud prevention strategies and ensure your organisation is prepared for future challenges. 📥 Download the Charity Fraud Report: https://utm.guru/uk5Jr #CharityFraud #FraudPrevention #FraudAwareness #CharitySector