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0191 256 7766 info@stephensoncoates.co.uk
Director
Paul originally trained as an accountant and then changed career to specialise in Taxation. He qualified as a Chartered Tax adviser in 1990. He spent time at Ryecroft Glenton, Grant Thornton and Joseph Miller & Co before joining Stephenson Coates in 1992.
He became Tax Partner in 2002 and Director in 2010. He is responsible for all the firm’s Personal and Corporate Tax clients. These vary from partnerships and sole traders to large companies and cover a wide range of business activities.
His extensive knowledge in all aspect of tax matters assists in his comprehensive and straight talking approach in advising clients so that they can make the most of the opportunities within the current tax system. .
When away from the office you will find him walking in the hills and along the beautiful coast.
Call: 07720 896 637 ; 0191 256 7766 Email: paul@stephensoncoates.co.uk
07 Oct 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been urged to cut National Insurance contributions (NICs) and increase Income Tax to create a 'level playing field' and protect workers' pay.
The government's Budget Board must focus on easing the cost of doing business, says the Institute of Directors (IoD).
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will look at fixing the cliff edges in business rates that can discourage small business investment and growth, according to a report from HM Treasury.