Blackpool finance company founded in 1994 bought by one of UK's top accountancy businesses

A Blackpool insolvency firm which was founded in the town 32 years ago has been bought by one of the UK’s top accountancy firms.

A Blackpool-based insolvency practice established in 1994 has been snapped up by accountancy services and business advice firm Xeinadin. Campbell Crossley & Davis (CC&D) was established by Ian Williamson and has since advised SMEs across multiple economic cycles.

The team has seen a sustained increase in insolvency activity since the pandemic, particularly in sectors such as hospitality, construction and retail, where rising labour costs and reduced consumer spending continue to affect viability.

The acquisition brings an experienced corporate recovery into Xeinadin, including Williamson, and additional partners Chris Brindle and Francesca Vivace.

Xeinadin has snapped up the firm (Image credit: thevainphotos)
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Xeinadin has snapped up the firm (Image credit: thevainphotos) | thevainphotos

Derry Crowley, chief executive of Xeinadin, said: "Corporate Recovery is a critical part of the advice SMEs need in the current climate. Bringing Campbell Crossley & Davis into Xeinadin represents a deliberate investment in strengthening that specialist capability, ensuring we can support business owners through every stage of the cycle across the UK and Ireland."