Steve Donlan is the current managing director of the practice, having joined from the local Grammar School in 1972. Steve is a former professional rugby league footballer who played for Leigh, Wigan, Bradford and Great Britain and also captained England in 1984. The practice was formed in the 1920s by Edward Hayes who then introduced his son, John, as a partner in the 1960s under the trading style E. Hayes & Son. The practice was sold to Stan Jones in 1995 and after his untimely death in 1999 Hayes and Associates (Leigh) Limited was formed. Areas serviced: St Helens & Wiganwww.hayesandassociates.co.ukLonsdale House/Cook St, WN7 4BT

Jackson Stephen LLP was established in 1921 and is now one of the largest independent accountancy practices in the North West. The firm prides itself on delivering quality, value added, professional advice with an uncompromising level of commitment to client service. Jackson Stephen LLP has offices in Manchester, Leigh and Warrington, 10 partners, over 110 staff, and a customer base of over 2,500 clients ranging from small owner managed businesses to large national and multinational corporates, covering most industry sectors. Areas serviced: St Helens & Wiganwww.jackson-stephen.co.ukBroseley House/116A Bradshawgate, WN7 4NT

Harrison Salmon Associates are Chartered Certified Accountants and Registered Auditors, formed with its current management in 1992 under the leadership of Karen Richardson. Since then the business policies, aims and objectives have remined unchanged. Its foundation has been built upon a reputation for Quality and Value For Money Service, and now the practice has expanded from its Chorley base, to open offices in Standish, Gt. Harwood, Preston, Leyland and Leigh strategically placed to provide flexibility and serve local communities in the North West. Areas serviced: St Helens & Wiganwww.harrison-salmon.co.uk19-23 Charles St, WN7 1DB