Your trusted accountants in Neston, Providing unrivalled customer service

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 2, 2026

Business Rates Relief for Pubs and Live Music Venues

It has been announced that eligible pubs and live music venues in England will receive a 15% discount on their business rates bills in 2026/27. Rates bills will then be frozen in real terms for a further two years.
January 29, 2026

Private sector pay growth slows to five-year low

UK wage growth eased to 4.5% between September and November 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics, reflecting a notable slowdown in private sector pay.
January 28, 2026

WorkWell to roll out across England

A national expansion of WorkWell, a health-and-employment support service, is set to take place across England, following a successful pilot that helped more than 25,000 people stay in or return to work.
January 26, 2026

Small Business Britain Launches ‘Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme’ to Support Small Businesses

Small Business Britain is set to roll out its Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme, a six-week online course designed to help sole traders and micro businesses unlock growth opportunities.