RedBird-backed Affinia acquires Fairhurst Accountants

Affinia, a Top 20 UK accountancy group backed by RedBird Capital Partners, has acquired Fairhurst Accountants, a chartered accountancy firm based in Wigan with a history of more than 80 years. Fairhurst provides audit, accountancy, tax, corporate finance and payroll services.

The deal expands Affinia's presence in the North West. Fairhurst's clients will gain access to a wider range of specialist tax, corporate finance and business advisory services, while keeping local relationships. Fairhurst principals Steve Elliott and Patrick Morris said the move gives clients access to additional expertise.

Affinia was acquired by RedBird earlier this year and continues to make targeted acquisitions. Adam Wardle, director for group M&A at Affinia, said the deal is part of plans to expand its regional presence and bring more specialist expertise to businesses across the UK.