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Welcome to our website for Phillip Bates & Co Ltd

We are a professional team of accountants who provide expert services to business and individuals across the country. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised accountancy service delivered by highly experienced staff with the knowledge to help your business succeed.

Our experienced team can help you every step of the way in reaching your business goals. From bookkeeping and accounts preparation to payroll and VAT services, we are on hand to assist.

We also provide a wide range of services for private individuals including tax and audit planning, as well as personal financial planning advice. We work with clients of all shapes and sizes, so whether you are just starting out, or you are a well-established business looking for expert guidance, we are here for you.

To find out more about our services and how we can help you achieve your goals, please contact us.

Whatever stage of business life, our team is able to help you.

Whether you are starting out, looking to grow or considering a sale, we can provide the guidance you need.

Because we are both Chartered Accountants and, through our sister company, Chartered Financial Planners, we are able to provide our clients in Cheshire, Merseyside, North Wales and across the UK with professional, comprehensive and high quality advice.

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For your free first meeting with us and to discuss your requirements, contact our team who will be happy to help.
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News

February 23, 2026

Personal Tax Changes Coming in April 2026

With just a few weeks to go until the beginning of a new tax year, a new round of tax changes take effect from April 2026. While many people won’t see a big difference in their day-to-day tax position, there are some areas worth having on the radar.
February 19, 2026

CMA Moves to Secure Fairer App Store Rules for UK Businesses

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced a set of proposed commitments from Apple and Google that could make it easier for UK businesses that rely on app stores to reach their customers.
February 18, 2026

DBS Launches New Safeguarding Podcast for Employers

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has launched a new weekly podcast series, ‘DBS discussions: Safeguarding in Focus,’ aimed at employers, HR teams and anyone working in safeguarding.
February 16, 2026

HMRC Moves to GOV.UK One Login for New Users

HM Revenue & Customs has started using GOV.UK One Login for taxpayers signing up to its digital services for the first time.