This elevation acknowledges Mr Ferguson and Mr Young’s valuable input and dedication to producing exceptional results for clients, underpinning the firm’s continuous growth.

Mr Ferguson, who has spent more than 23 years honing his skills in non-audit compliance and digital development within the company, has played an instrumental role in shaping the firm’s progress. With this promotion, he is poised to steer the firm’s success by offering innovative solutions and nurturing the diverse client base.

On his new role, Mr Ferguson said: “I am delighted to now be a partner within the business and look forward to contributing towards its continued success.”

Mr Young, who joined from a big four firm, will leverage his expertise to enhance client service quality and identify novel growth opportunities. He commented: “These are exciting times at William Duncan and having recently joined forces with Dains Accountants we anticipate continued growth and digital innovation.”

Robert Fergusson, managing partner, stated: “We are excited to announce the promotions of Gary Ferguson and David Young to the position of partner. Both Gary and David consistently demonstrate exceptional performance, delivering outstanding results for our clients.

“These new partner appointments underscore the firm’s commitment to nurturing talent and recognising the hard work and dedication of our team. At William Duncan Accountants, we continuously push boundaries by utilising cutting-edge technology and in-house expertise to provide exceptional client experiences, as well as positive and progressive career paths for professionals in the accountancy industry.”