Business advisory firm FRP has opened a new office in Bournemouth. The company already operates from a number of locations in the South of England including Southampton, Brighton, Bristol and Salisbury.
The new office is based at Oxford Point in the centre of Bournemouth and will be headed up by existing FRP partner Sandy Kinninmonth and director James Prior. The pair will lead a seven-strong restructuring team locally to support the market in the town and the wider Dorset region.
The move represents the latest step in FRP’s expansion as it seeks to bolster its coverage across the UK. The announcement follows the opening of new offices in Northern Ireland and Wales in 2024 – a year in which the company completed five acquisitions, including Southampton-based Hilton-Baird and valuations specialist Globalview.
Sandy Kinninmonth, restructuring advisory partner at FRP, said: “Bournemouth’s emergent reputation as a hub for business is seeing a growing number of firms call it home.
“However, despite their strong performance in recent years, local firms remain exposed to the wider economic challenges facing businesses across the country, including weak consumer demand, elevated interest rates and increased national insurance contributions.
“With insolvencies already at a historically high level, it’s key that businesses of all sizes can access the guidance and support required to navigate times of difficulty.
“Our demonstrated expertise in this area means that we’re well placed to act as a supportive partner to the region’s businesses in the years to come.”
FRP now operates across a network of 33 locations in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Cyprus and the Isle of Man.
Geoff Rowley, chief executive officer of FRP, added: “2024 was a pivotal year in our growth strategy that saw us continue to expand our geographical reach while continuing to provide our clients with the high level of service we pride ourselves on.
“The creation of our Bournemouth office represents a continuation of this strategy, and we look forward to the contribution Sandy and the team make to the firm throughout 2025 and beyond.”
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