Hollingsworth & Co Ltd

Trusted accountants in Telford, Shropshire and the West Midlands region providing unrivalled customer service

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 wealth 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 be able to advise clients, you need to know their businesses, and we at Hollingsworth & Co Ltd pride ourselves on our in-depth knowledge of our client’s businesses.

Directors John Hollingsworth and Michelle Martin, along with Client manager Lynn Fellows handle all the day to day client matters. Michelle and Lynn have each been with the practice for over twenty years and have developed a strong understanding of client’s businesses and their requirements. Working closely with the whole team at Hollingsworth & Co provides a client-focused and committed in providing the highest standard of client service.

Hollingsworth & Co Ltd provide the following key services.

Tax

Tax advice made easy and relevant to businesses and individuals, not matter how complex.

VAT

VAT does not have to be complex, we make it simple and ensure you don't pay more than you need to.

Audits

Our team will keep you complaint and in-line by reviewing and assessing your accounts and records.

Payroll

We will ensure that your payroll service is efficient, accurate and timely - meaning you have one less thing to worry about.

Accounting

Whether it is bookkeeping, management accounts or any other aspect of accounting we can help.

Business Start-Up

Our team will work with you through every step of the way on starting up your new business.

Making Tax Digital

Making Tax Digital (MTD) will affect most businesses by changing how business records are kept and how tax information is sent to HMRC.

Bookkeeping

Our bookkeeping service encompasses a comprehensive range of tasks, tailored to suit your business needs.

"Very good accountant top service and friendly & helpful staff"

Marston Brassware

"Great service and advice from John & his team, i would highly recommend Hollingsworth and Co Ltd."

Thomas Richards

Latest news from Hollingsworth & Co Ltd

February 6, 2025
Reforms to pensions proposed in order to drive growth

The Prime Minister and Chancellor met with business leaders last week and unveiled proposals to give occupational defined pension schemes more flexibility.

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February 5, 2025
Is cash still king?

The new economic secretary to the Treasury, Emma Reynolds, has said that there are no plans to regulate businesses, whether big or small, to compel them to accept cash.

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February 3, 2025
Chancellor’s speech: An update on economic growth measures

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered a speech last week that served as an update on the government’s plans for delivering economic growth.

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January 31, 2025
Why you should prioritise tax planning before the tax year ends

As the UK tax year-end approaches on 5 April, it’s an excellent time for you to review your business finances and explore tax planning opportunities, particularly if you are self-employed. Tax planning can help you to reduce tax liabilities, boost your cash flow and put you in a stronger financial position.

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January 29, 2025
HMRC’s phone service criticised … again

A report released by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has further criticised HM Revenue & Custom’s (HMRC) phone service. It found that nearly 44,000 customers were cut off without warning after being put on hold for more than an hour in the first 11 months of last year.

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January 27, 2025
What do rising government borrowing costs mean for your business?

Recent economic developments have sparked concerns among UK businesses. Government borrowing costs surged in December to their highest levels in four years, and this has drawn heavy criticism of the Chancellor’s fiscal strategy.

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January 23, 2025
Renters’ Rights Bill continues to progress

The Renters’ Rights Bill returned to Parliament for debate last week and included some new changes.

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January 22, 2025
Government pushes AI adoption as part of growth strategy

The government launched an AI opportunities action plan last Monday that aims to ramp up AI adoption across the UK.

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February 6, 2025
Reforms to pensions proposed in order to drive growth

The Prime Minister and Chancellor met with business leaders last week and unveiled proposals to give occupational defined pension schemes more flexibility.

Read article
February 5, 2025
Is cash still king?

The new economic secretary to the Treasury, Emma Reynolds, has said that there are no plans to regulate businesses, whether big or small, to compel them to accept cash.

Read article
February 3, 2025
Chancellor’s speech: An update on economic growth measures

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered a speech last week that served as an update on the government’s plans for delivering economic growth.

Read article
January 31, 2025
Why you should prioritise tax planning before the tax year ends

As the UK tax year-end approaches on 5 April, it’s an excellent time for you to review your business finances and explore tax planning opportunities, particularly if you are self-employed. Tax planning can help you to reduce tax liabilities, boost your cash flow and put you in a stronger financial position.

Read article
January 29, 2025
HMRC’s phone service criticised … again

A report released by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has further criticised HM Revenue & Custom’s (HMRC) phone service. It found that nearly 44,000 customers were cut off without warning after being put on hold for more than an hour in the first 11 months of last year.

Read article
January 27, 2025
What do rising government borrowing costs mean for your business?

Recent economic developments have sparked concerns among UK businesses. Government borrowing costs surged in December to their highest levels in four years, and this has drawn heavy criticism of the Chancellor’s fiscal strategy.

Read article
January 23, 2025
Renters’ Rights Bill continues to progress

The Renters’ Rights Bill returned to Parliament for debate last week and included some new changes.

Read article
January 22, 2025
Government pushes AI adoption as part of growth strategy

The government launched an AI opportunities action plan last Monday that aims to ramp up AI adoption across the UK.

Read article
March 21, 2024
Zero emission vehicle transition by 2035 now law

The government has set a pathway towards all new cars and vans being zero emission by 2035. This zero emission vehicle mandate became law on 3 January 2024.

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March 21, 2024
Is it too cold to work?

This winter has been one of the mildest on record so far, but there is still time for a cold snap, and this often raises questions about whether it is too cold to work. In fact, this question is one of the most popular topics on the HSE website.

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March 21, 2024
Government reforms on reuse and recycling of electrical goods

The government has announced new UK-wide plans designed to make it easier to recycle electrical goods.

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March 21, 2024
Holiday pay and entitlement reforms

Coming into force from 1 January 2024, the Working Time Regulations, as amended by The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023, introduced reforms that simplify holiday pay and entitlements.

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March 21, 2024
Pilot project to help directors deal with cyber security risk

Arculus Ltd, a cyber security consultancy, has been tasked by the UK government to lead a pilot project that is aimed at helping directors of UK organisations in managing their cyber security risks.

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March 21, 2024
Discover Digital Transformation – A free online training programme

Innovate UK BridgeAI is funding an online training course to help businesses and organisations explore digital, data-driven and AI technologies.

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