10 Stories. Countless Insights For You & Your Business 💡

As we wave goodbye to another summer, it’s time for the latest edition of SCOOP.

Packed with insights and updates from CP’s teams, our top 10 stories will keep you and your business one step ahead as the seasons change.

To catch all of our insights hot off the press, stay tuned on our LinkedIn channel and Latest News page for daily updates.

Without further ado, get comfy, grab a refreshment, and dig in 👇

BIG FRS 102 CHANGES AHEAD: A NEW ERA FOR UK GAAP

From 1 January 2026, a major shift is coming to FRS 102, impacting how companies report revenue, leases and more. Find out what’s changing, why it matters and how you can prepare.

HUGE BUSINESS PROPERTY RELIEF (BPR) CHANGES ARE COMING

BPR has long been a cornerstone of smart succession planning. But with the clock ticking down to 6 April 2026, the rules are changing drastically – and you need to keep pace.

EXIT READINESS: 7 TOP TIPS FROM THE FRONTLINE

Planning to sell your business? You’ll want to read this. Nick Lally , Founder & CFO of Ravelin Technology , joined CP’s Steve Leith and Simon Nichols to share his top exit readiness tips following Ravelin’s high-profile sale to Worldpay .

ARE PENSIONS STILL A GOOD PLACE TO SAVE?

As we await the outcome of HMRC’s consultation on bringing pensions into the IHT net from April 2027, the Cooper Parry Wealth team shared their thoughts on the debate in our latest Unpacking Pensions piece.

THE ULTIMATE TAX GUIDE FOR SHAREHOLDERS IN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

If you’re a shareholder in a professional services firm, your personal tax planning is likely complex – and about to get even more so if you’re preparing for a sale, PE investment, or succession. We’ve lived this journey ourselves at CP and put together this guide to help you navigate it with confidence.

BUY & BUILD ROUNDTABLE: M&A NUGGETS & FRESH PERSPECTIVES

Get a deeper understanding of the opportunities and pitfalls of Buy & Build strategies with these insights from the CP Deals team’s roundtable with LDC . The event featured talks from Steve de Polo , CEO of Aquavista Watersides & Marinas , David Bains, Partner at LDC, and Abi Bown , CP’s Chief Growth Officer.

PILLAR TWO TAX: IS YOUR UK SUBSIDIARY READY?

The introduction of the Pillar Two global minimum tax rules marks one of the most significant shifts in international tax policy in decades. For UK subsidiaries of international groups, the time is now to understand the changes and how to navigate them effectively.

DRIVE TO THRIVE: EMPLOYMENT TAX CHANGES IN THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTOR

With the sector under increasing scrutiny from HMRC and grappling with rising employment costs, CP’s Automotive team has shared timely insights and practical strategies to help dealerships stay compliant, competitive, and cost-efficient.

CP STORY: THE LATEST CHAPTERS

3 CRACKING BUSINESSES. 1 CLEAR STRATEGY. ZERO LET UP

As the summer sun shone, our M&A and Integration teams completed a trio of groundbreaking deals, welcoming CavanaghKelly, Fellwood Advisory Ltd , and Liberty Corporate Finance to CP. Discover how these deals fuel our ambitions to become the UK’s most progressive professional services group.

DATA & INTELLIGENCE: A NEW ERA FOR CP DIGITAL

We’ve officially launched Data & Intelligence, the newest team within CP Digital. They’re here to help you make sense of your data and deliver smarter, faster, and more impactful digital transformations, with a deep array of specialisms.

MUST-PENCIL DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 📅

FDs & F-WORDS

CP’s FD Seminars are back, and if you’re an FD, CFO, or finance lead, you’ll want to join us this October in the East Midlands (Wednesday 8th), London (Tuesday 14th), or Manchester (Thursday 16th). Expect expert speakers, CPD points, and a room full of your peers tackling the trickiest F-Words, together.

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