Our experts can provide independent advice on all aspects of business and banking matters. We can also advise on your business structure and performance using our unique database gathered from farmers, doctors, dentists, solicitors, hotels and a wide range of other business sectors.

For example, we can ensure that your bank borrowings, both new and existing, are correctly structured, that the term and repayment method are the most appropriate and that you make the best use of surplus funds.

As we maintain regular contacts with the main lending institutions, we are very happy to provide advice on the best borrowing deals. We can even introduce you to local relationship managers if requested.

For more information, contact Darell Hitchen.

Dodd & Co's consultancy division can provide assistance on all matters financial, whether it is a management buy out or advising on an accounting software package.

The practice has attained consultancy status with the British Accreditation Bureau and works closely with Business Links in North of England and Southern Scotland.

Many of our appointments are Grant Aided and our success can be monitored by the number of clients willing to act as referees for us.

If you think we can be of any assistance, please contact Alison Johnston.

Information technology. For many people it's an alien world with an alien language. But these days, no business can afford to ignore the benefits of the latest computer technology. Wouldn't it be good to get expert, up-to-date IT advice in plain English?

If you don't know your log in from your lap-top, our IT consultants can help. They can advise you on how to use computers to run your business more efficiently and therefore more profitably.

They can work closely with you to understand your software needs and then give independent advice on the most appropriate and cost-effective solutions to meet those needs.

For more information, or a free initial consultation, contact Rob Hitch.