- "In the last 20 years our business has changed considerably…and as the focus of our business has changed, Bird Luckin have moved with us."
Alex Tanner, George Tanner (Shalford) Ltd - "Bird Luckin has looked after us incredibly well for over 60 years, they are pro-active and innovational - meeting all our needs to help us achieve our aims."
Richard Stubbings, Cliffords Limited - "I can honestly say that Bird Luckin are the best firm of accountants and auditors I have ever dealt with - and I don't say that lightly!"
Colin Webb, Walthamstow Stadium - "It's important for us to know that we will always be able to contact the right people to give us the right advice and support."
Jane Bennett, Bennetts Funeral Directors - "Although we deal mainly with one Partner … we also know that if we need to contact someone else who is a specialist in another area, we can get the advice we need quickly and easily"
Jeremy Ruggles, J.S. Wright & Sons Ltd - "Bird Luckin got us to a stage which would have taken us months - if not years - to reach on our own, and they got us there in a matter of weeks"
Matthew Sullivan, SNC Ltd - "You can be a good accountant, but if you don't have an understanding of the industry it can be very difficult. "There are two or three people we have regular contact with at Bird Luckin who know our business well, and it makes a difference.""
Robert Church, W A Church (Bures) Ltd - "The work which Bird Luckin has done for Boddingtons over the past few months has helped shape our future direction for the better."
John Warner, Chief Executive, Boddingtons Ltd - "Bird Luckin has acted for us since our inception 10 years ago. They have a very 'can do' yet highly professional attitude - we are very appreciative of their support and advice over the years."
Marlon Fox, Outlook Property Ltd
All the economy needs is an environment that puts business first
It is only business that can create recovery in the current economic climate, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has claimed.
As a slowdown across the Eurozone is inevitable, the UK needs to use the talent, energy, and enterprise that it has to create wealth and thrive, director general of the BCC, John Longworth claims.
"All we need is an environment that puts business first. Boosting growth in our businesses will boost the economy and let Britain lead on the international stage," he said.
As 2012 kicks off, Longworth believes it is the year that provides an opportunity for lasting change. The Government can restore UK business confidence this year, and boost the recovery by facilitating the flow of credit, improving the planning system, and overhauling the infrastructure and skills system, he claims.
"Business is not just good for Britain, but is essential. 2012 could provide the tipping point for our economy. It could be a new start to an exciting future, the beginning of a renaissance in our fortunes based on enterprise, wealth creation and a new world view," Longworth concludes.